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- [ok-uhl-tey-shuh n]
- /ˌɒk ʌlˈteɪ ʃən/
- /ˌɒkəltˈeɪʃən/
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- [ok-uhl-tey-shuh n]
- /ˌɒk ʌlˈteɪ ʃən/
Definitions of occultation word
- noun occultation Astronomy. the passage of one celestial body in front of another, thus hiding the other from view: applied especially to the moon's coming between an observer and a star or planet. 1
- noun occultation disappearance from view or notice. 1
- noun occultation the act of blocking or hiding from view. 1
- noun occultation the resulting hidden or concealed state. 1
- noun occultation (astronomy) An astronomical event that occurs when one celestial object is hidden by another celestial object that passes between it and the observer when the nearer object appears larger and completely hides the more distant object. 1
- noun occultation the temporary disappearance of one celestial body as it moves out of sight behind another body 0
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Origin of occultation
First appearance:
before 1375 One of the 22% oldest English words
1375-1425; late Middle English < Latin occultātiōn- (stem of occultātiō) a hiding, equivalent to occultāt(us) (past participle of occultāre to conceal, keep something hidden, frequentative of occulere; see occult) + -iōn- -ion
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Parts of speech for Occultation
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adjective
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pronoun
preposition
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occultation popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 55% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
According to our data about 52% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
occultation usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for occultation
noun occultation
- hiding — the pelt or skin of one of the larger animals (cow, horse, buffalo, etc.), raw or dressed.
- secrecy — the state or condition of being secret, hidden, or concealed: a meeting held in secrecy.
- beard — A man's beard is the hair that grows on his chin and cheeks.
- blind — Someone who is blind is unable to see because their eyes are damaged.
- camouflage — Camouflage consists of things such as leaves, branches, or brown and green paint, which are used to make it difficult for an enemy to see military forces and equipment.
Antonyms for occultation
noun occultation
- disclosure — the act or an instance of disclosing; exposure; revelation.
- divulgence — a divulging.
- exposition — A comprehensive description and explanation of an idea or theory.
- revelation — the act of revealing or disclosing; disclosure.
- showing — a theatrical production, performance, or company.
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