pursuit

noun

1. 1

   the act of pursuing in an effort to overtake or capture

   the culprit started to run and the cop took off in pursuit

2. 2

   a diversion that occupies one's time and thoughts (usually pleasantly)

   sailing is her favorite pastime

   his main pastime is gambling

3. 3

   an auxiliary activity

4. 4

   a search for an alternative that meets cognitive criteria

   the pursuit of love

   life is more than the pursuance of fame