placement

Definition

  • noun: the act of putting something in a particular place
  • noun: an act or instance of 'placing'
  • often used before another noun
  • synonyms: position, place

Examples

  • We give all applicants 'placement' tests to determine their level of proficiency.

  • The agency has overseen the 'placement' of hundreds of children in loving homes.

  • The director tried several different camera 'placements' for the scene.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) worked out severance package. Give me the bullet points. It's actually pretty good. months' pay, months' medical and a full year of placement services through our company, CTC. Placement services. That's generous. Commonly, it takes one month of searching for every $ you expect to earn in salary. (..)
    2009 Up in the Air
  • (..) I hate asking for directions. That's why I get a nav. That new outfit, Colonial, isn't bad. -Is that a joke? -Yes. -Because their kiosk placement blows. -They never have available upgrades. Basically, it's a fleet of shit-boxes. I don't know how they're still in business. -I'm Ryan. (..)
    2009 Up in the Air