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absentee [,&bs*n.'ti:]

Absentee:

An absentee is a person who is not present missing from a particular place or event.

It refers to someone who is physically or mentally not there.

Absenteeism can occur in various settings such as school, work, or social gatherings.

It is possible to be an absentee due to illness, personal reasons, or any other valid explanation.

Absenteeism may have consequences like missing out on important information or the inability to contribute to discussions or tasks.

Employers and educators often track absenteeism to monitor attendance patterns and address any issues.

Adequate measures, such as communication and support, can be taken to address absenteeism and ensure the inclusion of absentees.

Examples of using the word "absentee" in sentences:

"He was marked absent because missed two consecutive classes."

"The company has a policy to deduct pay for absentee employees."

"The school administration contacted the parents of the absentee students."

"Please inform the teacher in advance if your child will be an absentee for the field trip."

"The manager reprimanded the absentee employee for not showing up for work without notice."
 

Explain the word "absentee". Give some examples of using the word "absentee" in sentences.