early 15c., of religious orders; 1747 of careers (especially of the skilled or learned trades from c. 1793); see profession. In sports, opposed to amateur, from 1846. Related: Professionally.
professional (n.)
"one who does it for a living," 1798, from professional (adj.).
双语例句
1. He seemed fond of her in a strictly professional way.
他似乎只是出于职业缘故而喜欢她。
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2. I'm a novice at these things, Lieutenant. You're the professional.
中尉，做这些事情我是新手，你是行家。
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3. Support for monogamy and marriage was strongest among the professional classes.
专业人士阶层最支持一夫一妻制。
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4. I've always kept my private and professional life separate.
我总是将私生活和工作分开。
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5. He is a model professional and an example to the younger lads.