presentee

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noun

A person who is presented (e.g. to a benefice), or to whom an award is given.

First used 20th c.Scrabble 11
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Meanings

nounpresentee (plural presentees)

plural presentees

  1. A person who is presented (e.g. to a benefice), or to whom an award is given.
  2. One who is present at work, especially if too sick to be productive, or working beyond the expected hours.First known use 20th c.

Origin

From present + -ee; second sense likely a blend of present + absentee.

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Translations

Finnish lahjansaaja, palkittava
  • lahjansaajaperson who is presented
  • palkittavaperson who is presented

Rhymes & wordplay

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APA

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MLA

“presentee.” WatkinsX Dictionary, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/presentee. Accessed November 3, 2026.

Chicago

WatkinsX Dictionary, s.v. “presentee,” accessed November 3, 2026, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/presentee.

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