Sekirov Dictionary

occasion

/əˈkeɪ̯ʒən/

noun9

  1. a single time at which something takes place or is done
  2. The time when something happens.
  3. An occurrence or incident.
  4. A special event or function.
  5. An occurrence or state of affairs which causes some event or reaction; a motive or reason.
  6. Something which causes something else; a cause.
  7. A reason or excuse; a motive; a persuasion.
  8. A favorable opportunity; a convenient or timely chance.
  9. A need; requirement, necessity.

verb1

  1. To cause; to produce; to induce
forms

occasioned · occasioning · occasioneth · occasions · occasionest

Phrases with occasion

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