Disappearance ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Disappearance ( noun )

1. The act of disappearing or the state of having disappeared.
2. The fact of no longer being seen or noticed; the ceasing to exist or be visible.
3. An unexplained or sudden loss or absence.

Origin:

From middle english disappearaunce, from old french desparance, from desparoir ("to disappear") + -ance.

Examples:

1. The disappearance of the hikers remains a mystery.
2. There was a sudden disappearance of birds from the area.
3. The disappearance of the valuable jewels was never solved.
4. The sudden disappearance of the stars was a warning of the storm.
5. The disappearance of the old building was a sad loss for the community.

(As a verb)

Disappearance ( verb )

1. The act of disappearing or the state of having disappeared.
2. The fact of no longer being seen or noticed; the ceasing to exist or be visible.
3. An unexplained or sudden loss or absence.

Origin:

From middle english disappearaunce, from old french desparance, from desparoir ("to disappear") + -ance.

Examples:

1. The disappearance of the hikers remains a mystery.
2. There was a sudden disappearance of birds from the area.
3. The disappearance of the valuable jewels was never solved.
4. The sudden disappearance of the stars was a warning of the storm.
5. The disappearance of the old building was a sad loss for the community.