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abscond

Pronunciation: /əbˈskɒnd, ab-/
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Definition of abscond

verb

[no object]
  • leave hurriedly and secretly, typically to escape from custody or avoid arrest:the barman absconded with a week’s takings 176 detainees absconded
  • (of a person on bail) fail to surrender oneself for custody at the appointed time: charges of absconding while on bail

Derivatives

absconder

noun

Origin:

mid 16th century (in the sense 'hide, conceal oneself'): from Latin abscondere 'hide', from ab- 'away, from' + condere 'stow'

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