AWOL
adjective
UK/ˈeɪ.wɒl/
US/ˈeɪ.wɑːl/
Definitions of AWOL adjective
- After verb
Used to describe a member of the armed forces who is absent without official permission.
He received extra punishment for being AWOL.
The soldier went AWOL without any explanation.
They were considered AWOL after leaving the base without permission.
Idioms
- go AWOL
To be missing from its usual place or to have been stolen; can also refer to a person who has gone missing or deserted.
• My wallet has gone AWOL, I think it might have been stolen.