Occupation Definition

occupation
noun
  1. the principal activity in your life that you do to earn money; "he's not in my line of business"
  2. the control of a country by military forces of a foreign power
  3. any activity that occupies a person's attention; "he missed the bell in his occupation with the computer game"
  4. the act of occupying or taking possession of a building; "occupation of a building without a certificate of occupancy is illegal"
  5. the period of time during which a place or position or nation is occupied; "during the German occupation of Paris"

"Occupation" in song lyrics

See how occupation is used in real songs:

  • "Lyrical profession, officially my occupation"
    1.4.0. Productions f/ Chapel, Wise — Lock N Load
  • "If you don't get a job or a fresh occupation"
    7A3 — Mad Mad World
  • "I'll make a rapper change his occupation"
    Akinyele — Dear Diary

Usage tips for "occupation"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "occupation" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for occupation to find words that pair well.

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