listening Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. 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
  2. verb hear with intention
    listen.
    • Listen to the sound of this cello
  3. verb listen and pay attention
    take heed; hear; listen.
    • Listen to your father
    • We must hear the expert before we make a decision
  4. verb pay close attention to; give heed to
    mind; heed; listen.
    • Heed the advice of the old men

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