absence
/ˈæbsəns/
Part of Speech: noun
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The state of being away from a place, person, or situation; the lack or non-existence of something.
Her absence from the meeting was noticed by the entire team.
Etymology
Derived from the Latin word absentia, from absens (meaning 'being away'), which comes from abesse ('to be away'). It entered Middle English via Old French absence in the 14th century.
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What does absence mean?
absence means: The state of being away from a place, person, or situation; the lack or non-existence of something.
How do you pronounce absence?
absence: /ˈæbsəns/
How is absence used in a sentence?
Her absence from the meeting was noticed by the entire team.