What does OCCUR mean?

Definition of Occur

1. Parts of Speech: verb

2. Definition: to happen, take place, or come to mind as a possibility

3. Pronunciations: US: /əˈkər/; UK: /əˈkəː/

4. Origin and Usage: The word "occur" comes from the Latin word "occurrens," meaning "presenting itself." It was first used in English in the 15th century. "Occur" is a common word in both spoken and written English, and is used to describe a wide range of events, from natural disasters to everyday occurrences.

5. Synonyms: happen, take place, transpire, come about, arise, crop up, materialize, surface, present itself

6. Related Words: event, issue, arise, arise, arise

7. Example Sentences:

• It is not uncommon for accidents to occur on this road.
• She suddenly remembered that she had seen the man before, but couldn recall where the meeting had occurred.
• It didn occur to him to bring an umbrella, so he got soaked in the rain.
• The idea occurred to her while she was out for a walk.
• It is expected that the next meeting will occur in two weeks time.