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oc·cu·py

occupy

 
 
pronunciation:
ak y paI
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part of speech: verb
inflections: occupies, occupying, occupied
definition: to fill or use space or time.
A bed occupies a lot of space in a room.How do you occupy your free time?
synonyms:
have, use
similar words:
absorb, amuse, entertain, hold, spend
derivations: occupied (adj.), occupier (n.)
Word Builder: occupy +
  • occupied:
    filled.