Meaning & use

absconder

noun·Advanced

A person who has left secretly and hidden themselves, especially to avoid arrest, prosecution, or debt.

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Police issued a warrant for the absconder who fled the country before trial.

The bail bondsman specializes in tracking down absconders who miss their court dates.

A note on using this word

Absconder is a legal term, most often used for someone who has broken parole or bail conditions.

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