occupational

/ɑkjuˈpeɪʃənəl/

Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.

Meaning · English

Of, belonging, or relating to an occupation (in any sense).

Adjective

Examples

Boredom is an occupational hazard if you are a checkout operator.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “occupational” mean?

Of, belonging, or relating to an occupation (in any sense).

Is “occupational” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.