Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hobbyhorse
noun
/ˈhɒbiˌhɔːs/
Definition
A hobbyhorse is a topic or activity that someone is very passionate about, often to the extent of being obsessed with it.
Examples
- Her hobbyhorse is gardening; she spends every weekend tending to her plants.
- He often brings up his hobbyhorse, which is sustainable living, during conversations.
Meaning
In a broader sense, it can refer to a personal favorite subject that one enjoys discussing or pursuing, sometimes seemingly to the exclusion of other interests.
Synonyms
- passion
- interest
- obsession
- preference
