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Hearing
01
the ability to hear voices or sounds through the ears
Examples
His hearing was exceptionally acute, allowing him to detect even faint sounds in the forest.
02
(law) an official gathering in a court of law, especially without the presence of the jury, to find out information about a case and listen to evidence
Examples
The judge scheduled a hearing to review the evidence presented by both parties.
03
an occasion or opportunity to present one's views and be listened to
Examples
Every citizen deserves a fair hearing before judgment.
04
the distance or area within which sound, especially a voice, can be perceived
Examples
He shouted until the ship was out of hearing.
05
the act of paying attention to or listening closely to sound or speech
Examples
He leaned forward, giving her words his full hearing.
hearing
01
able to detect or perceive sound
Examples
Even the hearing children struggled to catch the faint words.
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