absenteeship
|ab-sen-tee-ship|
C1
/ˌæb.sənˈtiː.ʃɪp/
(absentee)
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Etymology
Etymology Information
'absenteeship' originates from the word 'absentee', which comes from the Latin word 'absentia', where 'abs-' meant 'away' and 'esse' meant 'to be'.
Historical Evolution
'absentia' transformed into the French word 'absent', and eventually became the modern English word 'absentee' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'the state of being away', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'frequent absence from duty'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the state or condition of being frequently absent from a place or duty, especially from work or school.
The company is concerned about the high rate of absenteeship among its employees.
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Last updated: 2025/04/07 05:36