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Definition attendance in American English

attendance noun

noun
/əˈtendəns/
1

the number of people who are present at an event or in a place such as a school or church

Example

Games this season have attracted record attendances.

Example

Church attendance dropped sharply in the 1970s.

2

the fact of being present at an event or of going regularly to school, church, etc.

Example

It is a parent's responsibility to ensure children's regular attendance at school.

Example

The lecture series was canceled because of poor attendance.

Example

If you look at our attendance record, you'll see that it is exceptional.

Definition attendance in American English