Definitions

1. noun

The state or quality of being latent; a hidden or unexpressed quality or condition.

“The latitancy of the symptoms made it difficult for the doctors to diagnose the patient.”

2. noun

A person or thing that is in a state of hiding or concealment, especially in order to avoid detection or persecution.

“The accused was in hiding due to the latitancy of the witness who was supposed to testify against him.”