listening Meaning, Definition & Usage
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noun the act of hearing attentively
hearing.
- you can learn a lot by just listening
- they make good music--you should give them a hearing
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verb hear with intention
listen.
- Listen to the sound of this cello
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verb listen and pay attention
take heed; hear; listen.
- Listen to your father
- We must hear the expert before we make a decision
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verb pay close attention to; give heed to
mind; heed; listen.
- Heed the advice of the old men
