English

hearing

ˈhɪrɪŋ, ˈhiːɹ.ɪŋ, ˈhɪr.ɪŋ, ˈhɪəɹ.ɪŋ, ˈhɪɹ.ɪŋ, ˈhɪːɹ.ɪŋ
Meaning: the sense used to perceive sound; the ability to hear
Part of Speech: Noun Alternative Readings: ˈhiːɹ.ɪŋ, ˈhɪr.ɪŋ, ˈhɪəɹ.ɪŋ, ˈhɪɹ.ɪŋ, ˈhɪːɹ.ɪŋ

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Example sentences

She has very sensitive hearing.
She has very sensitive hearing.
The congressman answered a question after the hearing.
The congressman answered a question after the hearing.
She was born with a severe hearing impairment.
She was born with a severe hearing impairment.
We meet at city hall before the budget hearing.
We meet at city hall before the budget hearing.
The judge can adjourn the hearing until Monday.
The judge can adjourn the hearing until Monday.

Usage Notes

One of the five senses. Also used for official meetings like court hearings.

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