truancy
|tru-an-cy|
B2
/ˈtruːənsi/
absence without permission
Etymology
Etymology Information
'truancy' originates from the Old French word 'truant,' where 'truant' meant 'beggar' or 'vagabond.'
Historical Evolution
'Truant' transformed into the English word 'truancy,' referring to the act of being absent without permission.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'beggar' or 'vagabond,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'absence without permission.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the act or practice of staying away from school without permission.
Truancy rates have increased in the past year.
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Last updated: 2025/02/11 08:05