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professionalism

pro·fes·sion·al·ism [ prō féshən'l ìzzəm, prō féshnə lìzzəm, prə féshən'l ìzzəm ]


noun 
Definition:
 
1. professional standards: the skill, competence, or character expected of a member of a highly trained profession

2. use of professionals: the use of professionals instead of amateurs

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