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- DictionaryOc·ca·sion/əˈkāZH(ə)n/
noun
- 1. a particular time or instance of an event: "on one occasion I stayed up until two in the morning"
- 2. reason; cause: formal "it's the first time that I've had occasion to complain"
verb
- 1. cause (something): formal "something vital must have occasioned this visit"
The meaning of OCCASION is a favorable opportunity or circumstance. How to use occasion in a sentence.
OCCASION definition: 1. a particular time, especially when something happens or has happened: 2. a special or formal…. Learn more.
Occasion definition: a particular time, especially as marked by certain circumstances or occurrences. See examples of OCCASION used in a sentence.
Occasion means something special––that happens seldom or is notable when it does. On occasion, we sit down together as a family, but not every day, and never for dinner. When Great Aunt Mabel visits, however, we rise to the occasion and stage a large family meal.
a particular time, esp. as marked by certain circumstances or occurrences. They met on three occasions. 2. a special or important time, event, ceremony, celebration, etc. His birthday will be quite an occasion. 3. a convenient or favorable time, opportunity, or juncture.
Definition of occasion noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
OCCASION definition: 1. a time when something happens: 2. an important event or ceremony: 3. sometimes, but not often: . Learn more.
a feeling or understanding that an event is important or special Candles on the table gave the evening a sense of occasion. Definition of occasion noun in Oxford Advanced American Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
1. a particular time, esp. as marked by certain circumstances or occurrences. 2. a special or important time, event, ceremony, etc.: The party was quite an occasion. 3. a convenient or favorable time; opportunity: a good occasion to take inventory.
1. [count] : a special event or time. birthdays, anniversaries, and other special occasions. They marked/celebrated the occasion with their families. She wrote a song especially for the occasion. [+] more examples. 2. [count] somewhat formal : a particular time when something happens.
