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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 › 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.

3. brainly.in › question › 57192484Symbolic possession meaning - Brainly.in

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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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   Jun 22, 2023 · Treasured possession meaning Get the answers you need, now! akashkumar1864 akashkumar1864 22.06.2023 English

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   May 7, 2023 · Possession date meaning in tamil - 56364611. MakaaLODA1585 MakaaLODA1585 07.05.2023 India Languages ...

8. brainly.in › question › 16956314What is the meaning of possession - Brainly

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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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    Apr 28, 2020 · We thank all of our distinguished international guests for having come to take possession with the people of our country of what is, after all, a common victory for ____. brainly.in/question/17432000. Nelson Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom. brainly.in/question/11970703

11. brainly.in › question › 55586679The term symbolic possession represents - Brainly.in

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    Answer:Symbolic possession is when the bank has the legal right over a property, even though the previous owner continues to have physical possession (occupancy… aseel4642 aseel4642 01.03.2023