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hearing

[ heer-ing ]

noun

  1. the faculty or sense by which sound is perceived.
  2. the act of perceiving sound.
  3. opportunity to be heard:

    to grant a hearing.

  4. an instance or a session in which testimony and arguments are presented, especially before an official, as a judge in a lawsuit.

    Synonyms: consultation, conference, audience

  5. a preliminary examination of the basic evidence and charges by a magistrate to determine whether criminal procedures, a trial, etc., are justified.
  6. earshot:

    Their conversation was beyond my hearing.



hearing

/ ˈhɪərɪŋ /

noun

  1. the faculty or sense by which sound is perceived audio
  2. an opportunity to be listened to
  3. the range within which sound can be heard; earshot
  4. the investigation of a matter by a court of law, esp the preliminary inquiry into an indictable crime by magistrates
  5. a formal or official trial of an action or lawsuit
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
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Other Words From

  • hearing·less adjective
  • pre·hearing noun
  • un·hearing adjective
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Word History and Origins

Origin of hearing1

Middle English word dating back to 1175–1225; hear, -ing 1
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Example Sentences

The International Court of Justice is hearing a case bought by South Africa that accuses Israeli forces of committing genocide against Palestinians in the Gaza Strip.

From BBC

In a hearing on Wednesday, a judge ruled he could stay in federal custody for the time being, though he can’t yet be deported.

From Salon

Elon Musk's name was not mentioned during the hearing, but he has been tasked by President Trump with downsizing the federal workforce through the ad hoc Department of Government Efficiency - or Doge.

From BBC

The Court of Appeal has been hearing arguments over whether the loan should be granted, with a decision expected early next week.

From BBC

Mr Mackin, who was using a crutch and sat throughout the short hearing, did not speak.

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