Synonyms: preoccupancy, preoccupation
Definition: the act of taking occupancy before someone else does
Similar words: moving in, occupancy, occupation
Definition: the act of occupying or taking possession of a building
Usage: occupation of a building without a certificate of occupancy is illegal
Synonyms: engrossment, absorption, preoccupancy, preoccupation
Definition: the mental state of being preoccupied by something
Similar words: cognitive state, state of mind
Definition: the state of a person's cognitive processes
Synonyms: preoccupation
Definition: an idea that preoccupies the mind and holds the attention
Definition: the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
Usage: it was not a good idea; the thought never entered my mind