Etymology

presential

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Today it means: In-person, on-premises, face-to-face (that is, not involving online, virtual or remote interaction). Full definition →

First used 15th c.Late Latin praesentiālis
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  1. Late Latin · derived frompraesentiālis
  2. English todaypresential

From Late Latin praesentiālis.

First known use, by meaning

  • from 15th c. Implying actual presence; present.
  • from 19th c. Pertaining to the present tense.

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