Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
occupation
noun
/ɒk.jʊˈpeɪ.ʃən/
Definition
A person’s job or profession.
Examples
- Her occupation as a teacher brings her great joy.
- He is looking for work in his preferred occupation of engineering.
- Many people choose careers that align with their interests and skills in a specific occupation.
Meaning
Occupation refers to what a person does for a living or how they spend their time in work.
Synonyms
- job
- profession
- career
- vocation
- trade
