Meaning & Definition of word "Truant"
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Truant
/ˈtruːənt/
noun:
- 1. A student who stays away from school without leave or explanation.
- Example: The school principal was concerned about the number of truants in the district.
- 2. A person who shirks or avoids work or duty.
- Example: He was considered a truant from his responsibilities, always finding an excuse to avoid tasks.
adjective:
- 1. Habitually absent from school without permission.
- Example: The truant students were called to the office for disciplinary action.
- 2. Neglectful of duty; absent or missing.
- Example: The truant nature of his attendance at meetings began to bother his colleagues.
Etymology
Middle English, from Anglo-French 'truant', present participle of 'truver', meaning to escape.
Common Phrases and Expressions
truant officer:
A person whose job is to ensure that students attend school.
truant behavior:
Actions characterized by skipping school or avoiding responsibilities.
truant from school:
To be absent from school without official permission.
Related Words
absentee:
A person who is expected or required to be present but is not.
skipper:
One who skips or avoids something, especially school.
delinquent:
A young person who regularly participates in unlawful behaviors.
Slang Meanings of truant
Meaning: Cutting class.
Example Sentence: He's been cutting class all week, acting like a total truant.
Meaning: Playing hooky.
Example Sentence: She decided to play hooky and be a truant for the day.