occasion
/əˈkeɪʒən/occasion
NOUNDefinition of occasion
An occasion is a particular time.
Example: Often she had to rush home on occasions when she might have preferred to stay out.
An occasion is a good time to do something.
Example: The visit to Ottawa was a good occasion for us to get together.
An occasion is a special time or event.
Example: Nov 12 is a happy occasion. It is my 25th wedding anniversary.
If x occasions y, x causes y.
Example: Now we come to the problems that have occasioned this meeting.
occasion
EXAMPLESExamples of occasion
Often she had to rush home on occasions when she might have preferred to stay out.
Example sentenceHe met her on several occasions while a student in Germany.
Example sentenceThe visit to Ottawa was a good occasion for us to get together.
Example sentenceNov 12 is a happy occasion. It is my 25th wedding anniversary.
Example sentencea good opportunity or chance
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