Pronunciation: /ˈveɪk(ə)nsi/
noun (plural vacancies)
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1an unoccupied position or job: a vacancy for a shorthand typist
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an available room in a hotel or other establishment providing accommodation: vacancies in local authority homes
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2 [mass noun] empty space: Cathy stared into vacancy, seeing nothing
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3 [mass noun] lack of intelligence or understanding: vacancy, vanity, and inane deception