Lay
Lay noun - A rhythmic series of musical tones arranged to give a pleasing effect.
Occupation and lay are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Occupation" instead a noun "Lay".
Occupation
Occupation noun - The activity by which one regularly makes a living.
Usage example: my primary occupation is stockbroker, but I'm a drummer in a rock band on the weekends
Lay and occupation are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Lay" instead a noun "Occupation".
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Occupation and Lay. (2016). Retrieved 2026, July 21, from https://thesaurus.plus/related/lay/occupation
Lay & Occupation. N.p., 2016. Web. 21 Jul. 2026. <https://thesaurus.plus/related/lay/occupation>.
Occupation or Lay. 2016. Accessed July 21, 2026. https://thesaurus.plus/related/lay/occupation.
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