Ab‐sent″ (�), v. t. [imp. & p. p.Absented; p. pr. & vb. n.Absenting.] [Cf. F. absenter.] 1. To take or withdraw (one's self) to such a distance as to prevent intercourse; — used with the reflexive pronoun.
If after due summons any member absents himself, he is to be fined.
Addison.
2. To withhold from being present. “Go; for thy stay, not free, absents thee more.” Milton.