1. the state of having, owning, or controlling something
2. something that is owned or belongs to someone
3. the state of being controlled by an evil spirit or demon
Usage: supernatural

Examples

• The house came into her possession after her grandmother died.
• He lost possession of the ball during the final play.
• All of their possessions were destroyed in the fire.
• The team maintained possession for most of the game.
• She took possession of the apartment on the first of the month.
• The movie was about demonic possession.
• His most prized possession was his grandfather’s watch.