1. leaving secretly and hurriedly to avoid detection or arrest
Usage: present participle of abscond

1. the act of leaving secretly and hurriedly to avoid detection or arrest
Usage: gerund form

Examples

• The suspect was caught absconding from the courthouse.
• She was accused of absconding with company funds.
• The prisoner’s absconding triggered a manhunt.
• He was found guilty of absconding from his parole officer.
• The absconding employee left behind important documents.
• Police issued a warrant after his absconding.
• The absconding of the witness complicated the trial.