amateur

/ˈæ.mə.tə//ˈæ.mə.tɚ/

noun

  1. 1

    A lover of something.

  2. 2

    A person attached to a particular pursuit, study, or science as to music or painting; especially one who cultivates any study or art, from taste or attachment, without pursuing it professionally.

    “The contest is only open to amateurs.”
  3. 3

    Someone who is unqualified or insufficiently skillful.

    “The entire thing was built by some amateurs with screwdrivers and plywood.”

adjective

  1. 1

    Non-professional.

  2. 2

    Created, done, or populated by amateurs or non-professionals.

    “amateur sports”
  3. 3

    Showing a lack of professionalism, experience or talent.

    “Duct tape is a sure sign of amateur workmanship.”

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