Meaning & History. From an English surname which was derived from the given name GERALD or GERARD. A famous bearer of the surname was Pat Garrett (1850-1908), the sheriff who shot Billy the Kid.
Definition of avocational. 1  1 : of or relating to an avocation an avocational interest in sports. 2  2 : being such by avocation an avocational musician.
tr.v. acÂ·costÂ·ed, acÂ·costÂ·ing, acÂ·costs. 1  1. To approach and speak to, especially aggressively or insistently, as with a demand or request. 2  2. To approach and speak to with the intent of having sex.