occupation

Definition

  • noun: the work that a person does
  • noun: an activity in which one engages
  • synonyms: office, vocation, employment

Examples

  • Hand injuries are an 'occupational hazard' for typists. [=typists are likely to have hand injuries because of the work they do]

  • The program offered free 'occupational' training to the poor.

  • He was 'occupationally' exposed to radiation.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) They're servin' you food, but society says... "Don't tip these guys over here, but tip these guys." That's bullshit. Waitressing is the number-one occupation... for female non-college graduates in this country. It's the one job basically any woman can get and make a living on. The reason is (..)
    1992 Reservoir Dogs