1. a person’s job or profession
2. the act of taking control of a place or building, especially by military force
3. the state of living in or using a place

Examples

• What is your occupation?
• Teaching is a rewarding occupation.
• The military occupation lasted for several years.
• The building has been ready for occupation since last month.
• Reading became his favorite occupation during retirement.
• She listed her occupation as ‘software engineer’ on the form.
• The occupation of the territory sparked international protests.
• The house showed signs of recent occupation.