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occupation

/ɒkjəˈpeɪʃən/

noun

Meaning

  • An activity or task with which one occupies oneself; usually specifically the productive activity, service, trade, or craft for which one is regularly paid; a job.

  • The act, process or state of possessing a place.

  • The control of a country or region by a hostile army.

Synonyms

employment,
interest,
line of work,
profession,
vocation