occupation
/ˌɑkjʊˈpeɪʃən/ noun A2- 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 nation or region by a hostile military or paramilitary force.
Plural occupations
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Though Danglars could not see Peppino, the noise of his teeth allowed no doubt as to his occupation.
So engrossed was he with his occupation that he appeared to have forgotten our presence, for he chattered away to himself under his breath the whole time, keeping up a running fire of exclamations, groans, whistles, and little cries suggestive of encouragement and of hope.
When I returned with the pistol the table had been cleared, and Holmes was engaged in his favourite occupation of scraping upon his violin.
Sherlock Holmes’ quick eye took in my occupation, and he shook his head with a smile as he noticed my questioning glances.
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