pursuit

noun

Etymology: From Middle English pursuyte, from Old French poursuite, from the verb porsuir (“to pursue”).

1. The act of pursuing.

   “Unremitting pursuit of wealth doesn't bring happiness, particularly if successful.”

   “Mother[…]considered that the exclusiveness of Peter's circle was due not to its distinction, but to the fact that it was an inner Babylon of prodigality and whoredom, from which every Kensingtonian held aloof, except on the conventional tip-and-run excursions in pursuit of shopping, tea and theatres.”

2. A hobby or recreational activity, done regularly.
3. A discipline in track cycling where two opposing teams start on opposite sides of the track and try to catch their opponents.
4. prosecution

   “That pursuit for tithes ought, and of ancient time did pertain to the spiritual court.”