[pres.ence] n (14c) 1: the fact or condition of being present
2. a: the part of space within one's immediate vicinity b: the neighborhood of one of superior esp. royal rank 3 archaic: company 2a
4: one that is present: as a: the actual person or thing that is present b: something present of a visible or concrete nature
5. a: the bearing, carriage, or air of a person; esp: stately or distinguished bearing b: a quality of poise and effectiveness that enables a performer to achieve a close relationship with his audience
6: something (as a spirit) felt or believed to be present