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   possession

   /pəˈzɛʃn/

   noun

   • 1. the state of having, owning, or controlling something: "she had taken possession of the sofa" Similar ownershipproprietorshipcontrolhandskeepingcarecustodychargeholdtitleguardianship
   • ▪ visible power or control over something, as distinct from lawful ownership; holding or occupancy as distinct from ownership: "the landlord wishes to gain possession of the accommodation" Similar occupancytenureoccupationholdingtenancy
   • ▪ the state of possessing an illegal drug: informal "they're charged with possession"
   • ▪ (in soccer, rugby, and other ball games) temporary control of the ball by a player or team: "the ball hit a defender and Brown's quick reaction put him in possession"
   • 2. something that is owned or possessed: "I had no money or possessions" Similar assetthingarticleitem ownedchattelbelongingsthingspropertyworldly goodsgoodspersonal effectseffectsstuffassetsaccoutrementsparaphernaliaimpedimentabits and piecesluggagebaggagebags and baggagechattelsmovablesvaluablesgoods and chattelsinformal:gearjunktrapsclobbertrekvulgar slang:shitcrapdated:dunnage
   • ▪ a territory or country controlled or governed by another: "France's former colonial possessions" Similar colonydependencyterritoryholdingdominionprotectorate
   • 3. the state of being controlled by a demon or spirit: "they said prayers to protect the people inside the hall from demonic possession"
   • ▪ the state of being completely dominated by an idea or emotion: "fear took possession of my soul"

   Word Origin Middle English: from Old French, from Latin possessio(n-), from the verb possidere (see possess).

   Derivatives

   • 1. possessionless adjective

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2. brainly.in › question › 7613290Meaning of priceless possession - Brainly

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   Jan 12, 2019 · The influence of someone like George Clooney will be priceless. priceless in British. adjective. 1. of inestimable worth; beyond valuation; invaluable. 2. informal. extremely amusing or ridiculous. priceless in American. of inestimable value; beyond price.

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   Jul 7, 2023 · Symbolic possession is typically a culturally defined and accepted practice, while possession experiences associated with mental health may require professional intervention and support. Overall, symbolic possession carries different meanings and interpretations depending on the cultural and religious context in which it occurs.

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   Apr 27, 2020 · Possession: the state of having, owning or controlling something. Other words for Possession: 1. control. 2. ownership. ☆☆Wishing you a good day ahead friends☆☆. Explanation: Hope it helps. Please mark as the brainliest..☆♡♡☆.

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11. brainly.in › question › 10991963What does "in the world of possessions"mean? - Brainly.in

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    Jul 4, 2019 · question. 186 people found it helpful. ZunayedTIME. report flag outlined. "In the world of possessions" means people like to possess all sorts of things in the world. Money is external because it can buy only material objects; it cannot buy everything that one loses. HOPE IT HELPS. Thanking you. Yours truly.