occupancy — the action or fact of living in or using a building or other place
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the action or fact of living in or using a building or other place
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈɑːkjəpənsi/
Example Sentences
- The haunted mansion had zero occupancy because even ghosts were scared of the rent prices.
- The new apartment complex achieved 90% occupancy within three months of opening.
- Fire regulations require that occupancy limits be clearly posted in all public buildings.
occupancy
NOUN[/ˈɑːkjəpənsi/]
the action or fact of living in or using a building or other place
The hotel's occupancy hits full capacity during the summer festival weekend.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Latin occupare, meaning 'to seize' or 'to take possession of,' originally used in military contexts. Over time, the meaning evolved from military occupation to the more general sense of residing in or using a space peacefully.
Breakdown
occupy (from Latin occupare, to seize or possess) + -ancy (suffix denoting a state or condition), forming a noun that expresses the state of occupying or being occupied.
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📝Examples
“The haunted mansion had zero occupancy because even ghosts were scared of the rent prices.”
“The new apartment complex achieved 90% occupancy within three months of opening.”
“Fire regulations require that occupancy limits be clearly posted in all public buildings.”
“My brain's occupancy rate is at 100% during exam week - no room for any fun thoughts!”
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