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The act of occupying or taking possession of a place, especially illegally or forcibly.
El edificio estaba en okupación desde hacía meses.
The building had been occupied illegally for months.
In Spanish, 'okupación' often refers to illegal squatting, especially in urban contexts.
The state of being occupied, such as by a military force or an idea.
La okupación militar duró varios años.
The military occupation lasted several years.
This usage is less common in modern Spanish.
In Spain, 'okupación' often refers to illegal squatting, while in other contexts, it can mean military occupation or simply the act of occupying a space.
Be aware that 'okupación' can have legal implications, especially in discussions about housing rights and property law.
Derived from the verb 'ocupar' (to occupy), from Latin 'occupare'.
'Okupación' is often used in the context of illegal squatting in Spain, where it is a social and political issue. The term can carry strong connotations depending on the context.