CEFR A2

occupation

noun

Meaning

A person's job or profession.

Examples

My father's occupation was a farmer.
She is looking for an occupation that uses her artistic skills.

Synonyms: job, work, profession, vocation

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occupation (A2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˌɒkjʊˈpeɪʃn/

Definition

A person's job or profession.

Examples

My father's occupation was a farmer.
She is looking for an occupation that uses her artistic skills.
The census asks for your age, name, and occupation.

How to Use occupation

occupation of (prepositional phrase): The act of taking control or possession of a place. — "The occupation of the embassy lasted for three days."
occupation is (collocation): To state what one's job is. — "My occupation is a doctor."

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