attendance /əˈtɛn.dəns/noun 5forms 1phrases 1 noun5 •The act of attending; the state of being present; presence.Attendance at the meeting is required.All those in attendance are to sign this slip. •The frequency with which one has been present for a regular activity or set of events.John's attendance for the conventions was not good. •A tally or listing of the persons present.The class sat down so that the teacher could take attendance. •Maid service. •(no longer used) Attention paid to something; careful regard.The matter required his immediate attendance. — 1861 formsattendances Phrases with attendance dance attendanceTo wait obsequiously (on or upon someone).