Absence from Duty
/ˈæbsəns frəm ˈdjuːti/
Definitions
- (n.) The state of a person, especially an employee or officer, not being present at the required place of work or official responsibilities without permission or lawful excuse.
The employee's absence from duty was noted in the attendance report and led to disciplinary review.
Forms
- absence from duty
- absences from duty
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Commentary
Commonly employed in employment law and military law contexts, the term distinguishes between authorized and unauthorized absence, important for disciplinary and contractual consequences.
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