Meaning of hobbyhorse in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈhɑbiˌhɔrs/

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    UK accent

  1. Noun

    hobbyhorse

    Definitions

    1. a topic to which one constantly reverts

    Examples

    • « don't get him started on his hobbyhorse »
  2. 2. a child's plaything consisting of an imitation horse mounted on rockers

    Examples

    • « the child straddles it and pretends to ride »

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