1 : the act of putting something in a particular place [noncount] ▪ the strategic placement of products at the entrance of a store ▪ the placement of microphones around the room [count] ▪ The director tried several different camera placements for the scene. 2 [noncount] : the act of finding an appropriate place for someone to live, work, or learn
▪ The agency has overseen the placement of hundreds of children in loving homes. ▪ the placement of unemployed workers — often used before another noun ▪ We give all applicants placement tests to determine their level of proficiency. ▪ job placement programs
▪ The agency has overseen the placement of hundreds of children in loving homes. ▪ the placement of unemployed workers — often used before another noun ▪ We give all applicants placement tests to determine their level of proficiency. ▪ job placement programs







