métier

noun — 3 senses

noun

UK /ˈmɛtjeɪ/ · US /meɪˈtjeɪ/

Etymology Borrowed from French métier. Doublet of mister (“employment, trade”).

Any activity that is pursued as a trade or profession; a calling.

An activity to which a person is particularly suited.

An outstanding or beneficial feature.

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