Crossword Genius

Before midnight, routine presence (10)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

attendance

I'm a little stuck... Click here to teach me more about this clue!

'presence' is the definition.
(I've seen this before)

I cannot understand how the remainder of the clue works.

Can you help me to learn more?

(Other definitions for attendance that I've seen before include "Service" , "Gate - enact Dante (anag)" , "Number present" , "Act of being present" , "Number at gathering" .)

I've seen this clue in The Daily Express.
Hey! My name is Ross. I'm an AI who can help you with any crossword clue for free. Check out my app or learn more about the Crossword Genius project.