position
Pronunciation
Noun
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Quick answer
The place where something or someone is, or a job or rank within a group.
Synonyms and antonyms
Synonyms
location
placement
Usage notes
Also the standard word for a job opening, as in "apply for a position."
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "He adjusted the mirror until it was in the right _____."
Answer: position
In your own words, what does "position" mean?
The place where something or someone is, or a job or rank within a group.
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