The Open Dictionary

pursuit

noun

UK/pəˈsjuːt/
US/pɚˈsuːt/

Definitions of pursuit noun

activity

  1. CountableUsually plural

    An activity that one engages in, usually during leisure time.

    • I enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking and rock climbing.

    • She spends her free time on her pursuit of painting.

    • He has dedicated a lot of time to his personal pursuits lately.

following

  1. CountableUncountable

    The act of following someone or something, typically in an attempt to catch them.

    • The police apprehended the suspect during a high-speed pursuit.

    • The cheetah chased its prey with incredible speed in pursuit.

    • The criminals fled the scene, and the police began their pursuit immediately.

attempt

  1. C2Uncountable

    The endeavor to achieve a goal, activity, or state, often over an extended period.

    • They never compromised in their pursuit of excellence.

    • The aim of the study is in the pursuit of a deeper understanding of the issue.

    • His life was a relentless pursuit of knowledge.