(semantics) The condition of a sign which has an empty, absent, non-existent, paradoxical, hypothetical, supernatural, or undefined referent, such as nothing, null, vacuum, or void.

plural of absent referent

The defendant being absent.

Alternative form of absentee voter

plural of absent voter

Treatment that ignores the presence of a person; cold shoulder.

plural of absent treatment

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

(military) Failing to return from leave or liberty on time.