occasion — meaning in English
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English meaning
- occasion noun A particular time when something happens, especially something notable.
- opportunity noun A favorable set of circumstances that makes it possible to do something.
- secondhand adjective Previously owned by someone else; not new.
- used adj Previously owned or employed by someone else; not new.
Senses
occasion is used for these senses in English:
- occasion A favorable opportunity; a convenient or timely chance. [from 14th c.]
- opportunity A chance for advancement, progress or profit.
- secondhand (of goods) Not new; previously owned and used by another.
- used That has or have previously been owned by someone else.
occasion — full definition
- noun A particular time when something happens, especially something notable.
- noun A reason, opportunity, or need for something.
- verb To cause or bring about.