1. a job that requires special education, training, or skill, especially in law, medicine, engineering, or teaching
2. all the people who work in a particular profession
3. a declaration or claim, especially of belief, faith, or opinion
Usage: formal

Examples

• She chose medicine as her profession after graduating from college.
• Teaching is a noble profession that requires patience and dedication.
• The legal profession has strict ethical guidelines.
• He made a profession of faith at the church ceremony.
• Her profession of innocence was met with skepticism.
• The medical profession is working to address the shortage of doctors.
• Engineering is a profession that combines science and creativity.