# absence seizure

> English word · Noun · IPA /ˈæb.sn̩s ˈsi.ʒɚ/

## Definitions
1. A type of seizure indicative of petit mal epilepsy, usually lasting up to thirty seconds and involving vacantness and lack of awareness, possibly including twitching; not including spasm or unconsciousness.

## Source
Compiled from Wiktionary via kaikki.org (CC BY-SA). Data vintage: 2026-05-06.
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