truant
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/ˈtruːənt/
absentee without permission
Etymology
Etymology Information
'truant' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'truant,' where 'truant' meant 'beggar' or 'vagabond.'
Historical Evolution
'truant' changed from the Old French word 'truant' and eventually became the modern English word 'truant.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'beggar' or 'vagabond,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'absentee from school.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a student who stays away from school without leave or explanation.
The teacher was concerned about the number of truants in her class.
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Verb 1
to stay away from school without permission.
He often truanted from school to play video games.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41