English · Culture & Society
attendance
/əˈtɛn.dəns/
[/əˈtɛn.dəns/]
being present at school
Intermediatenoun
Definition
Attendance is the act of being present at school or a class. Good attendance helps students keep up with their work.
Example
Regular attendance is important for good grades.
Regular attendance is important for good grades.
Etymology
From Latin 'attendere' meaning to give heed to.
How & Where It’s Used
Tracked in schools as a measure of presence.