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   presence

   /ˈprɛzns/

   noun

   • 1. the state or fact of existing, occurring, or being present: "my presence in the flat made her happy" Similar existencebeing thereattendanceattendingappearanceresidenceoccupancycompanycompanionshipinformal:turning upshowingshowing upOpposite absenceabsence
   • ▪ a person or thing that exists or is present in a place but is not seen: "the monks became aware of a strange presence" Similar ghostspiritspectrephantomvisionwraithshadowpoltergeistmanifestationapparitionsupernatural beingbodachduppyinformal:spookliterary:shadevisitantrevenantarchaic:eidolon
   • ▪ a group of people, especially soldiers or police, stationed in a particular place: "the US would maintain a presence in the Indian Ocean region"
   • ▪ the impressive manner or appearance of a person: "Richard was not a big man but his presence was overwhelming" Similar bearingcarriagestancedeportmentcomportmentattitudeposturemannerairguisedemeanourmienbehaviourconductdignified air/demeanourdignified bearingdignityauracharismapersonalitystrength/force of personalityindividualitymagnetismattractionpoiseself-assuranceself-possessionself-confidence

   Word Origin Middle English: via Old French from Latin praesentia ‘being at hand’, from the verb praeesse (see present1).

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2. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishPRESENCE | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   PRESENCE definition: 1. the fact that someone or something is in a place: 2. a feeling that someone is still in a place…. Learn more.

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   The meaning of PRESENCE is the fact or condition of being present. How to use presence in a sentence.

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   PRESENCE meaning: 1. the fact that someone or something is in a place: 2. a feeling that someone is still in a place…. Learn more.

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   personal appearance or bearing, especially of a dignified or imposing kind: a man of fine presence. a person, especially of noteworthy appearance or compelling personality: He is a real presence, even at a private party.

6. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishPRESENCE definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   A presence is a person or creature that you cannot see, but that you are aware of. [literary] The forest was dark and silent, haunted by shadows and unseen presences. She started to be affected by the ghostly presence she could feel in the house. Synonyms: spirit, ghost, manifestation, spectre More Synonyms of presence. 4. singular noun.

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   Definition of presence noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

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   Presence is the state of being somewhere. When you get an invitation that reads "Your presence is requested,” you are being asked to show up. Your style of being there — your demeanor or bearing — is also your presence.

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   A presence is a person or creature that you cannot see, but that you are aware of.

10. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › learner-englishMeaning of presence – Learner’s Dictionary - Cambridge Dictionary

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    presence noun (QUALITY) a quality that makes people notice and admire you. presence of mind. the ability to deal with a difficult situation quickly and effectively: She had the presence of mind to press the alarm. make your presence felt.

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    presence. noun. /ˈprɛzns/. [uncountable] (of a person) the fact of being in a particular place He hardly seemed to notice my presence. Her presence during the crisis had a calming effect. (formal) Your presence is requested at the meeting. opposite absence. Take your English to the next level.