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placement

[ˈpleɪsmənt]

placement Definition

  • 1the action of placing someone or something somewhere, especially for a particular purpose or reason
  • 2the act of finding suitable employment for a person

Using placement: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "placement" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The placement of the furniture in the room was perfect.

  • Example

    The placement of the advertisement in the newspaper was strategic.

  • Example

    The company offers job placement services to recent graduates.

  • Example

    The school's placement rate for graduates is very high.

placement Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with placement

  • an exam used to determine a student's level of knowledge or skill in a particular subject, often used for academic placement purposes

    Example

    I had to take a placement test before starting my language course.

  • a year-long work placement that is part of a degree program, often used to gain practical experience in a particular field

    Example

    I'm doing a placement year at a marketing firm as part of my business degree.

  • a company that helps individuals find suitable employment by matching their skills and qualifications with job openings

    Example

    I found my current job through a placement agency.

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Summary: placement in Brief

The term 'placement' [ˈpleɪsmənt] refers to the act of putting someone or something in a particular location or position for a specific purpose. It can also refer to finding suitable employment for a person, such as through job placement services. Examples include 'The placement of the furniture in the room was perfect,' and 'The school's placement rate for graduates is very high.' Phrases include 'placement test,' 'placement year,' and 'placement agency.'

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