Possession (Noun)
Meaning 1
The trait of resolutely controlling your own behavior.
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Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.
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Meaning 2
Anything owned or possessed.
Classification
Unique beginner for nouns.
Examples
- The family's most prized possession was a rare antique vase that had been passed down for generations.
- Her possession of the rare book made her the envy of all her fellow collectors.
- The company's possession of the patent gave them a significant advantage over their competitors.
- The new smartphone was her most recent possession, and she couldn't stop playing with it.
- The team's possession of the ball for most of the game was a key factor in their victory.
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Meaning 3
Being controlled by passion or the supernatural.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
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Meaning 4
The act of having and controlling property.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The company's possession of the land was disputed by the local community.
- Her possession of the painting was confirmed by the artist himself.
- The possession of the house was transferred to the new owner after the signing of the deed.
- He took possession of the keys to the car and drove away.
- The possession of the valuable item was subject to strict security measures.
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Meaning 5
A territory that is controlled by a ruling state.
Classification
Nouns denoting spatial position.
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Meaning 6
(sport) the act of controlling the ball (or puck); "they took possession of the ball on their own goal line".
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.