The Clue
Major Bowes's hour (7 letter answer)
The Answer
AMATEUR
Tags
Notes
The answer AMATEUR is uncommon, appearing about once every 500 puzzles.
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Definition
AMATEUR as a noun:
1. someone who pursues a study or sport as a pastime
2. does not play for pay
AMATEUR as an adjective:
1. (amateur, recreational, unpaid) = engaged in as a pastime; "an amateur painter"; "gained valuable experience in amateur theatricals"; "recreational golfers"; "reading matter that is both recreational and mentally stimulating"; "unpaid extras in the documentary"
2. (amateurish, amateur, inexpert, unskilled) = lacking professional skill or expertise; "a very amateurish job"; "inexpert but conscientious efforts"; "an unskilled painting"