Definition of occupy

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  • occupy is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 15
  • occupy is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 15
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Definition of occupy

  • consume all of one's attention or time (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. absorb
    2. engage
    3. engross
  • be on the mind of (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. concern
    2. interest
    3. worry
  • require (time or space) (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. take
    2. use up
  • occupy the whole of (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. fill
  • assume, as of positions or roles (verb)

    Examples

    1. the young prince will soon occupy the throne

    Synonyms

    1. fill
    2. take
  • march aggressively into another's territory by military force for the purposes of conquest and occupation (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. invade
  • keep busy with (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. busy
  • live (in a certain place) (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. lodge in
    2. reside

See definition of occupy in Merriam Webster