Truant (noun)

A person who is absent without an excuse, especially from school.

Origin:

Middle english (in the sense "vagrant"): from old french truand "rogue, vagabond", from latin truncus "cut off", probably with reference to a mutilated soldier or criminal.

Examples:

1. The truant was punished for his absenteeism.
2. The school officials were trying to track down the truants.
3. The truant was caught skipping class and was sent to the principal's office.
4. The teacher was surprised to see a truant in her class after a long time.
5. The truants were asked to give a valid reason for their absenteeism.