occupation

noun3

1. •
   An activity or task with which one occupies oneself; usually specifically the productive activity, service, trade, or craft for which one is regularly paid; a job.

   • With no particular appearance of regret Annesley Greatorex detached himself from the occupation of typing letters and came across to his employer's chair. — 1927
2. •
   The act, process or state of possessing a place.
3. •
   The control of a nation or region by a hostile military or paramilitary force.