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absence

[ab-suhns]

noun

  1. state of being away or not being present.

    I acted as supervisor in his absence. Your absence was noted on the records.

    Antonyms:
  2. period of being away.

    an absence of several weeks.

  3. failure to attend or appear when expected.

  4. lack; deficiency.

    the absence of proof.

  5. inattentiveness; preoccupation; absent-mindedness.

    absence of mind.



absence

/ ˈæəԲ /

noun

  1. the state of being away

  2. the time during which a person or thing is away

  3. the fact of being without something; lack

“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
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51Թ History and Origins

Origin of absence1

First recorded in 1350–1400; Middle English, from Middle French, from Latin absentia; absent, -ia
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51Թ History and Origins

Origin of absence1

C14: via Old French from Latin absentia, from ŧԲ a being away
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Idioms and Phrases

In addition to the idiom beginning with absence, also see conspicuous by its absence.
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Example Sentences

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The absence isn’t a repeal — it’s a choice.

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“Defendant made the leave of absence unpaid and therefore terminated Plaintiff’s employment causing Dixon additional loss of income and insult,” the suit says.

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Ms Peck said the report highlighted the importance of the VRU's work aimed at tackling school absences and exclusions, which were found to be key risk factors in children becoming involved in violence.

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Plum’s absence was sorely felt as what began as a valiant effort by the Sparks — keeping pace with the visiting Storm through the first half — quickly unraveled into a 98-67 blowout loss Tuesday at Crypto.com Arena.

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Sunderland are back in the top flight for the first time since 2016-17 after earning promotion through the play-offs, while Championship winners Leeds return after a two-year absence.

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abseilAbsence makes the heart grow fonder