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Meaning of the word possession in English

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possession

US /pəˈzeʃ.ən/
UK /pəˈzeʃ.ən/
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Noun

1.

the state of having, owning, or controlling something

Example:
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The family lost all their possessions in the fire.
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He took possession of the new car.
Synonym:
ownershipholdingcustodycontroldominion
2.

something that is owned or possessed

Example:
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Her most prized possession is a vintage watch.
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He packed his few possessions and left.
Synonym:
belongingseffectsassetspropertygoods
3.

the fact of being controlled by a demon or evil spirit

Example:
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The movie depicted a terrifying case of demonic possession.
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She claimed to be suffering from spiritual possession.
Synonym:
obsessiondominationcontrolseizure
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Related Word:
possesspossessivetake possession of