Meaning of the word truant in English

What does truant mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

truant

US /ˈtruː.ənt/
UK /ˈtruː.ənt/
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Noun

a student who stays away from school without permission

Example:
The school counselor called the parents of the habitual truant.
He was caught as a truant wandering the streets during school hours.

Adjective

staying away from school without permission

Example:
He was often truant from school, preferring to play video games.
Parents are urged to report any child found to be truant.

Verb

stay away from school without permission

Example:
Many students would truant on sunny days to go to the beach.
He decided to truant from his afternoon classes.