presence
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pres·ence

noun \ˈpre-zən(t)s\

Definition of PRESENCE

1
: the fact or condition of being present(see 3present)
2
a : the part of space within one's immediate vicinity
b : the neighborhood of one of superior especially royal rank
3
archaic : company 2a
4
: one that is present: as
a : the actual person or thing that is present
b : something present of a visible or concrete nature
5
a : the bearing, carriage, or air of a person; especially : stately or distinguished bearing
b : a noteworthy quality of poise and effectiveness <the actor's commanding presence>
6
: something (as a spirit) felt or believed to be present

Examples of PRESENCE

  1. <men should watch their language when in the presence of ladies>
  2. <the orchestra's musical director has a very stately presence>
  3. Bacteria sense their neighbors and respond to the presence of others in the colony by exchanging small molecules and bits of proteins called peptides … —Susan Gaidos, Science News, 17 Jan. 2009

Origin of PRESENCE

(see 3present)
First Known Use: 14th century

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