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.
magÂ·netÂ·ic. adj. 1. a. Of or relating to magnetism or magnets. b. Having the properties of a magnet. c. Capable of being magnetized or attracted by a magnet. d. Operating by means of magnetism: a magnetic recorder.2.agÂ·netÂ·ic. adj. 1. a. Of or relating to magnetism or magnets. b. Having the properties of a magnet. c. Capable of being magnetized or attracted by a magnet. d. Operating by means of magnetism: a magnetic recorder.