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possessing

The correct spelling is possessing.

How to pronounce possessing

verb

Say it like: Pos-ses-sin-g

The correct spelling is possessing. To have; to have ownership of. For example: "He does not even possess a working telephone."

Usage Examples

He does not even possess a working telephone.

They thought he was possessed by evil spirits.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To have; to have ownership of.
  2. 2.To take control of someone's body or mind, especially in a supernatural manner.
  3. 3.(chiefly with of) To vest ownership in (someone, or oneself); to give someone power or knowledge; to acquaint; to inform.

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