(dated) absence

A stereotypical fictional character whose focus on academic matters leads them to ignore or forget their surroundings. / (by extension) A person who tends to be oblivious to reality.

plural of absent-minded professor

plural of absey-book

plural of absent referent

plural of absentee voter

A registered voter who is permitted to vote by absentee ballot, due to absence from district during the election.

The defendant being absent.

The military offense of not being present when expected without proper authority.

Alternative form of absentee voter