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Definition occasion in American English

occasion noun

noun
/əˈkeɪʒ(ə)n/
1

a time at which something happens

Example

On one occasion we had to walk all the way home.

Example

We tested a similar product on an earlier occasion.

Example

He continues to work with us on occasion.

Synonyms and related words
situation circumstance conditions
1.1

an appropriate time for something

Example

Her promotion was an occasion for great celebration.

Example

This is not the occasion for such a detailed analysis.

Example

Victory provided him with the occasion for declaring himself king.

Example

This will be an occasion for us all to make a new start.

Synonyms and related words
moment second instant
1.2

a special or important time or event

Example

The meeting of the two heads of state was a historic occasion.

Example

The dress is perfect for a special occasion.

Example

We should mark the occasion in some way.

Example

There was a celebration on the occasion of the school's anniversary.

Synonyms and related words
episode events incident novelty curiosity happening
2

a reason for something

Example

I've had no occasion to complain about their service.

Synonyms and related words
reason excuse point
2.1

a cause of something

Example

His mistake was the occasion of much amusement.

Synonyms and related words
cause catalyst source
Definition occasion in American English