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noun
A person who is presented (e.g. to a benefice), or to whom an award is given.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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noun
One who is present at work, especially if too sick to be productive, or working beyond the expected hours.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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History
From present + -ee; second sense likely a blend of present + absentee.
Across languages
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