absence

Definition

A state of being away or withdrawn from a place or from companionship

Etymology

From Middle English absence, from Old French absence, ausence, from Latin absentia, from absēns (“absent”), present active participle of absum (“I am away or absent”), from ab (“from, away from”) + sum (“I am”).

Example Sentences

• "Absence makes the heart grow fonder."
• "During Jane's absence, Mark will be taking charge."
• "Not as in my presence only, but now much more in my absence."

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