Definition: 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.
Alright class, settle down and letâs take a look! Today weâre tackling a word that pops up quite a lot â "occupation." It's a really important word to understand, so pay close attention. The dictionary gives us a pretty good clue: âAn 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.â Letâs break that down in a way that makes sense. Think of it like this: occupation means what you do to earn your living! It's more than just "something you do," itâs something you regularly do for money. Here's another rhyme to help you remember: âOccupation, occupation, a job you hold with dedication!â Let's look at some examples: A doctorâs occupation is healing folks and making them well â thatâs their paid service! A bakerâs occupation is crafting delicious treats - a trade for sure! A teacherâs occupation ? Well, right now it's helping you learn and grow! It can be anything from being a plumber to an artist, a lawyer to a librarian. Itâs all about what you do to earn your keep. Do you have any questions so far? Don't be shy!