The teaching 'profession' opposes the new law. = ('Brit') The teaching 'profession' oppose the new law.
The doctor talked to students who are thinking about entering/joining the 'profession'.
('humorous') She works in 'the (world's) oldest profession'. [=she is a prostitute]
(..) by the star system The network anchormen are so powerful they comprise our last best hope Our profession is in danger Ahem So, where do you want to go eat? The current group is clearly qualified tied still (..)1987 Broadcast News