Vo"cal*ness, n. The quality of being vocal; vocality.
Vo*ca"tion (?), n. [L. vocatio a bidding, invitation, fr. vocare to
call, fr. vox, vocis, voice: cf. F. vocation. See Vocal.] 1. A call; a
summons; a citation; especially, a designation or appointment to a
particular state, business, or profession.
What can be urged for them who not having the vocation of poverty to
scribble, out of mere wantonness make themselves ridiculous?
Dryden.
2. Destined or appropriate employment; calling; occupation; trade;
business; profession.
He would think his service greatly rewarded, if he might obtain by that
means to live in the sight of his prince, and yet practice his own
chosen vocation.
Sir. P. Sidney.