Crossword Genius

It doesn't describe the present schoolboy (6)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

truant

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

This clue might be a double definition.

'it doesn't describe' is the first definition.
The definition suggests a singular noun which matches the answer.

'the present schoolboy' is the second definition.
The answer and definition can be both people as well as being singular nouns.
Perhaps you can see a link between them that I can't see?

Can you help me to learn more?

(Other definitions for truant that I've seen before include "Pupil who stays away from school with permission" , "Someone playing hookey from school" , "Inexcusably absent" , "Delinquent" , "'Bunk off'" .)

I've seen this clue in The Guardian and The Globe and Mail.
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.