absentees
|ab-sen-tees|
B2
/ˌæb.sənˈtiːz/
(absentee)
not present
Etymology
Etymology Information
'absentee' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'absentia,' where 'absens' meant 'being away.'
Historical Evolution
'absentia' transformed into the French word 'absent,' and eventually became the modern English word 'absentee' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'being away,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a person who is not present.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
individuals who are not present at a place where they are expected to be.
The teacher marked the absentees in the attendance register.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45