truantry

noun

tru·​ant·​ry ˈtrü-ən-trē How to pronounce truantry (audio)
plural truantries

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of truantry was in the 15th century

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Cite this Entry

“Truantry.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/truantry. Accessed 29 Mar. 2024.

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