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occurrence
noun oc·cur·rence \ə-ˈkər-ən(t)s, -ˈkə-rən(t)s\
: something that happens
: the fact of happening or occurring
Full Definition of OCCURRENCE
1
: something that occurs <a startling occurrence>
2
: the action or instance of occurring <the repeated occurrence of petty theft in the locker room>
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First Known Use of OCCURRENCE
1539
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Synonym Discussion of OCCURRENCE
occurrence, event, incident, episode, circumstance mean something that happens or takes place. occurrence may apply to a happening without intent, volition, or plan <an encounter that was a chance occurrence>. event usually implies an occurrence of some importance and frequently one having antecedent cause <the events following the assassination>. incident suggests an occurrence of brief duration or secondary importance <a minor wartime incident>. episode stresses the distinctiveness or apartness of an incident <a brief romantic episode in a life devoted to work>. circumstance implies a specific detail attending an action or event as part of its setting or background <couldn't recall the exact circumstances>.
OCCURRENCE Defined for Kids
occurrence
noun oc·cur·rence \ə-ˈkər-əns\
Definition of OCCURRENCE for Kids
1
: something that happens <Lightning is a natural occurrence.>
2
: the action or process of happening <There's been a lower occurrence of the disease.>
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