Background for absence

absence

/ˈæb.s(ə)n̩s/ /æbˈsɒns/

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noun

A state of being away or withdrawn from a place or from companionship; the period of being away.

Examples :

"Absence makes the heart grow fonder."

situation time period being essential

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noun

Failure to be present where one is expected, wanted, or needed; nonattendance; deficiency.

Examples :

"The child's absence from school was noted by the teacher. "

condition situation essential

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noun

Lack; deficiency; nonexistence.

Examples :

"He had an absence of enthusiasm."

condition situation gap amount quality negative essential

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noun

Inattention to things present; abstraction (of mind).

Examples :

"absence of mind"

mind abstract essential

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noun

Temporary loss or disruption of consciousness, with sudden onset and recovery, and common in epilepsy.

Examples :

"The student's sudden absence from class was a result of an epileptic absence seizure. "

medicine disease physiology sensation essential

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noun

Lack of contact between blades.

Examples :

"The absence of contact between the blades of the lawnmower meant it wasn't cutting the grass. "

technical machine device essential