professional

adjective

Of, relating to, engaged in, or suitable for a profession.

adjective

Conforming to the standards of a profession.

adjective

Engaging in a given activity as a source of livelihood or as a career.

adjective

Performed by persons receiving pay.

adjective

Having or showing great skill; expert.

noun

A person following a profession, especially a learned profession.

noun

One who earns a living in a given or implied occupation.

noun

A skilled practitioner; an expert.

Pertaining or appropriate to a profession or calling: as, professional studies; professional skill.