occupation
🇬🇧 UK/ɒkjʊ'peɪʃ(ə)n/🇺🇸 US/.ɒkju'peiʃәn/
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Definitions
n.
A person's job or profession; an activity that keeps one busy; the seizure and control of a territory by military force
职业,工作;消遣活动;军事占领
🧩 Root Breakdown
Root-derivedCommon Collocations
- 1.occupation by force强制占领
- 2.primary occupation主要职业
Example Sentences
- 1.
Teacher is a respectable occupation that requires dedication and patience with students.
- 2.
The occupation of land by military forces led to years of conflict and resistance.