Occasion
Pronunciation: /əˈkeɪʒən/
Occasion (noun)
- a particular time when something important or special happens
- a reason or cause for doing something
- a specific time when something happens
Examples
- The wedding was a joyous occasion.
- Birthdays are often celebrated as special occasions.
Common collocations: celebrate an occasion, memorable occasion, on this occasion, have occasion to, give occasion for