Absentee
/ˌæbsənˈtiː/
Definitions
- (n.) A person who is absent, especially from a legal proceeding, meeting, or property jurisdiction, often affecting rights or obligations.
The court issued a summons for the absentee to appear at the hearing.
- (adj.) Pertaining to or characteristic of a person who is absent, particularly in contexts such as absentee ownership or absentee voting.
Absentee shareholders typically do not participate in company meetings.
Forms
- absentee
- absentees
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Commentary
Use 'absentee' to denote a missing party in legal contexts; in drafting, specify the context (e.g., absentee owner, absentee voter) to clarify legal implications.
This glossary is for general informational and educational purposes only. Definitions are jurisdiction-agnostic but reflect terminology and concepts primarily drawn from English and American legal traditions. Nothing herein constitutes legal advice or creates a lawyer-client relationship. Users should consult qualified counsel for advice on specific matters or jurisdictions.