Possession
Noun
UK
/pəˈzeʃ.ən/
US
/pəˈzeʃ.ən/
Level: Easy - A1 (Beginner)
Definition
Something that someone owns or controls.
Example
"Her favourite book is one of her most valuable possessions."
"He lost possession of his wallet, so he had to report it to the police immediately."
"Taking care of your possessions, like clothes and gadgets, helps them last longer."
Explanation
Possession is when someone owns something or has something under their control. It can be a physical object, ike a book or a car, or something non-physical, like an idea or skill. People feel responsible for their possessions and often take care of them. Possession also shows what belongs to a person. For example, a backpack you carry every day is your possession.