possession
Pronunciation
Noun
A2 Elementary
Quick answer
Something owned by a person, or the state of owning or holding something.
Synonyms and antonyms
Synonyms
belonging
property
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "He kept the letter as his most treasured _____."
Answer: possession
In your own words, what does "possession" mean?
Something owned by a person, or the state of owning or holding something.
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