POSSESSION


Meaning of POSSESSION in English

■ noun

1》 the state of possessing something.

↘ Law visible power or control, as distinct from lawful ownership.

↘(in soccer, rugby, and other ball games) temporary control of the ball by a player or team.

2》 a thing owned or possessed.

↘a territory or country controlled or governed by another.

3》 the state of being possessed by a demon, emotion, etc.

Derivatives

~less adjective

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