non-attendee
|non-at-tend-ee|
B2
/nɒn əˈtɛndi/
(attend)
be present or care for
Etymology
Etymology Information
'non-attendee' originates from the prefix 'non-' meaning 'not' and the word 'attendee,' which comes from 'attend,' meaning 'to be present at.'
Historical Evolution
'attendee' evolved from the verb 'attend,' which has roots in the Latin word 'attendere,' meaning 'to stretch toward.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'attend' meant 'to stretch toward,' but over time it evolved to mean 'to be present at,' and 'non-attendee' specifies someone not present.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person who does not attend a particular event or gathering.
The conference had several non-attendees due to the weather.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41