Meaning of the word "play truant" in English

What does "play truant" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

play truant

US /pleɪ ˈtruːənt/
UK /pleɪ ˈtruːənt/

Idiom

to stay away from school without permission

Example:
Many students play truant on the last day of school.
His parents were worried because he started to play truant regularly.