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occupation

/ˌɑkjʊˈpeɪʃən/ sustantivo A2

En español: ocupación

  1. 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. (countable, uncountable)
  2. The act, process or state of possessing a place. (countable, uncountable)
  3. The control of a nation or region by a hostile military or paramilitary force. (countable, uncountable)

Plural occupations

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Though Danglars could not see Peppino, the noise of his teeth allowed no doubt as to his occupation.
The Count of Monte Cristo, p. 1080 · C1
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.
A Study in Scarlet, p. 34 · B2
When I returned with the pistol the table had been cleared, and Holmes was engaged in his favourite occupation of scraping upon his violin.
A Study in Scarlet, p. 49 · B2
Sherlock Holmes’ quick eye took in my occupation, and he shook his head with a smile as he noticed my questioning glances.
The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes, p. 3 · B2

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