attendance · noun C or U /əˈten.dəns/
attendance (NUMBER)
C1 the number of people who go to an event, meeting, etc.
Dictionary example:
falling attendance
Learner example:
Also in May, we had the swimming gala, which had a very high attendance from students as there were races for all abilities. (Certificate in Advanced English; C1; Portuguese)
attendance (REGULARLY)
C1 when you go somewhere such as a church, school, etc. regularly
Dictionary example:
His attendance at school is very poor.
Learner example:
Consequently, I would make attendance more flexible for the members. (Certificate in Advanced English; C1; Polish)
in attendance
C2 present at an event
Dictionary example:
They have doctors in attendance at every match.
Learner example:
Professional coach[e]s are in attendance and the members can have proper lessons. (Certificate in Advanced English; C1; Japanese)
