exeat

/ˈɛksiː.æt/

Definitions

1. noun

A formal permission given to a student in a school or college to be absent for a short time, especially to visit home.

“The student was granted an exeat for the weekend to visit her family.”

2. verb

To grant or obtain permission to be absent, especially from a school or college.

“The teacher will exeat the student for a few days so she can attend a family event.”

Synonyms

  • leave
  • permission
  • time off

Antonyms

  • attendance
  • presence