occasion
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/əˈkeɪʒn/
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/əˈkeɪʒn/
noun
B1
a specific time something happens
I've met her on three different occasions.
B1
a special event or celebration
This is a formal occasion, so please dress nicely.
B2
a good time for something
This party is the perfect occasion to meet new people.
R
a reason or cause
His speech was the occasion for much discussion.
verb
R
to cause something to happen
The news occasioned great joy among the fans.
translation
a specific time something happens; a special event or celebration; a good time for something; a reason or cause
to cause something to happen
Word Forms
Plural
occasions
Progressive
occasioning
Past
occasioned
Perfect
occasioned
3rd Present
occasions