B2noun 10K+

Placement

UK /["/ˈpleɪsmənt/"]/ US /["/ˈpleɪsmənt/"]/ Pronunciation

Definition

the act of finding somebody a suitable job or place to live

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In simple words: the act of putting something in a specific place or position

Examples

• a job placement service
• placement with a foster family
• The course includes a placement in Year 3.
• The third year is spent on placement in selected companies.
• This procedure ensures correct placement of the catheter.

Usage notes

Use 'placement' when discussing where something should go. It is common in business and education but less used in casual conversation.

Grammar pattern

placement + of + object

Memory hint

Think of 'place' and 'meant' — where something is meant to be placed.

Collocations

• job placement
• placement test
• placement service
• placement policy

Synonyms

• positioning
• arrangement
• locating
• site
• setting

Antonyms

• removal
• displacement

Common mistakes

• 'Placement' confused with 'placement's' meaning as a position in a job or role.
• Using 'place' instead of 'placement' in formal contexts.
• Misunderstanding the term in academic settings, thinking it refers only to physical location.