hearing

B1
Pronunciation
/ˈhiːɹ.ɪŋ/
/ˈhɪəɹ.ɪŋ/
/ˈhɪɹ.ɪŋ/
Noun
5 definition(s)
1 Definition

The sense used to perceive sound.

Example Sentences
  • My hearing isn't what it used to be, but I still heard that noise.
2 Definition

The act by which something is heard.

3 Definition

A proceeding at which discussions are heard.

Example Sentences
  • There will be a public hearing to discuss the new traffic light.
4 Definition

A legal procedure done before a judge, without a jury, as with an evidentiary hearing.

5 Definition

A scolding.

Verb
8 definition(s)
1 Definition

(stative) To perceive sounds through the ear.

Example Sentences
  • I was deaf, and now I can hear.
2 Definition

(stative) To perceive (a sound, or something producing a sound) with the ear, to recognize (something) in an auditory way.

Example Sentences
  • I heard a sound from outside the window.
3 Definition

To exercise this faculty intentionally; to listen to.

4 Definition

To listen favourably to; to grant (a request etc.).

Example Sentences
  • Eventually the king chose to hear her entreaties.
5 Definition

To receive information about; to come to learn of.

6 Definition

(with from) To be contacted by.

7 Definition

To listen to (a person, case) in a court of law; to try.

Example Sentences
  • Your case will be heard at the end of the month.
8 Definition

To sympathize with; to understand the feelings or opinion of.

Example Sentences
  • You're tired of all the ads on TV? I hear ya.
Adjective
1 definition(s)
1 Definition

Able to hear.

Example Sentences
  • Deaf people often must deal with hearing people.