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    occupied
    /ˈɒkjʊpʌɪd/

    adjective

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  2. Learn the meaning of occupied as an adjective in English, with synonyms, related words, and pronunciation. Find out how to use occupied to describe a place, a person, or a situation.

  3. Learn the various meanings and uses of the verb occupy, such as to take possession of, to fill up, or to engage the attention. See synonyms, examples, word history, and related entries.

  4. employed or engaged, as one’s attention, energy, etc.; busy: He is often bored at home, not receiving much attention or affection from his occupied parents. (of a position, office, etc.) held: The amount of the salary markup for working under extraordinary conditions depends on the occupied position.

  5. Learn the meaning of occupy as a verb in English, with different senses and usage. See how to use occupy in sentences and phrases, and compare it with related words.

  6. Learn the meaning of 'occupied' as an adjective in British English, with synonyms, examples and usage. Find out how to use 'occupied' in different contexts, such as politics, business and everyday life.

  7. Something that's occupied is being used or is unavailable. If the sign on the restroom door says occupied, it means there's someone in there and you're just going to have to wait.

  8. verb. to live or be established in (a house, flat, office, etc) often passive to keep (a person) busy or engrossed; engage the attention of. often passive to take up (a certain amount of time or space) to take and hold possession of, esp as a demonstration. students occupied the college buildings. to fill or hold (a position or rank) Discover More.