profession in WordNet English dictionary

1. an open avowal (true or false) of some belief or opinion
   "a profession of disagreement"
   profession  professing 
   
2. an occupation requiring special education (especially in the liberal arts or sciences)
   profession 
   
3. affirmation of acceptance of some religion or faith
   "a profession of Christianity"
   profession 
   
4. the body of people in a learned occupation
   "the news spread rapidly through the medical profession"; "they formed a community of scientists"
   profession