HOBBYHORSE
\hˈɒbɪhˌɔːs], \hˈɒbɪhˌɔːs], \h_ˈɒ_b_ɪ_h_ˌɔː_s]\
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a child's plaything consisting of an imitation horsehead on one end of a stick; the child straddles it and pretends to ride
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a topic to which on constantly reverts; "don't get him started on his hobbyhorse"
By DataStellar Co., Ltd
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a child's plaything consisting of an imitation horse mounted on rockers; the child straddles it and pretends to ride
By Princeton University
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A subject or plan upon which one is constantly setting off; a favorite and ever-recurring theme of discourse, thought, or effort; that which occupies one's attention unduly, or to the weariness of others; a ruling passion.
By Oddity Software
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