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presence

Syllabification: (pres·ence)

Pronunciation: /ˈprezəns/

Definition of presence

the state or fact of existing, occurring, or being present in a place or thing:her presence still comforts me the presence of chlorine in the atmosphere the memorial was unveiled in the presence of 24 veterans
a person or thing that exists or is present in a place but is not seen:the monks became aware of a strange presence
[in singular] 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 [in singular]:he has a real physical presence

Phrases

make one's presence felt: see make oneself felt at feel.
presence of mind: the ability to remain calm and take quick, sensible action:he had the presence of mind to record the scene on video

Middle English: via Old French from Latin praesentia 'being at hand', from the verb praeesse (see present¹)

Remember that presence ends with -ence.

Definition of presence in the British & World English dictionary

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