occupation

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Contents 1 English 1.1 Pronunciation 1.2 Noun 1.2.1 Synonyms 1.2.2 Translations

[edit] English

[edit] Pronunciation

• IPA: /ɑkjupe(ɪ)ʃən/
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• Rhymes: -eɪʃǝn

[edit] Noun

occupation (plural occupations)

1. An activity or task with which one occupies oneself; usually specifically the productive activity, service, trade, or craft for which one is regularly paid.
2. The act, process or state of possessing a place.
3. The control of a country or region by a hostile army.

[edit] Synonyms

• (activity with which one occupies oneself) profession, vocation, interest

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