Meaning & Definition of word "Hear"
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Hear
/hɪər/
verb:
- 1. To perceive sounds through the ear.
- Example: I can hear the birds singing outside.
- 2. To be informed of; to receive news or information.
- Example: Did you hear about the new restaurant opening downtown?
- 3. To listen to; to give attention to.
- Example: It's important to hear both sides of the argument.
- 4. To have a hearing; to conduct a hearing in a legal context.
- Example: The court will hear the case next week.
Etymology
Old English 'heran', of Germanic origin; related to Dutch 'horen' and German 'hören'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
hear me out:
to listen to me before making a judgment.
I hear you:
to acknowledge that you understand what someone is saying.
hear it on/to the grapevine:
to hear rumors or unofficial information.
Related Words
hearing:
The faculty of perceiving sounds.
ear:
The organ of hearing.
listening:
The active process of receiving and responding to spoken or unspoken messages.
Slang Meanings of hear
Meaning: To understand or grasp an idea.
Example Sentence: You feel me? I just need you to hear me.
Meaning: To be informed about something.
Example Sentence: Did you hear about the party this weekend?