nonappearance
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/ˌnɑːnəˈpɪrəns/
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/ˌnɒnəˈpɪərəns/
absence
Etymology
Etymology Information
'nonappearance' originates from the prefix 'non-' meaning 'not' and the word 'appearance' from Latin 'apparentia', where 'apparent-' meant 'visible'.
Historical Evolution
'apparentia' transformed into the Old French word 'aparance', and eventually became the modern English word 'appearance'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'visible or evident', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'failure to appear'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the failure to appear or be present, especially in a legal or formal context.
The defendant's nonappearance in court led to a default judgment.
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Last updated: 2025/02/05 14:21