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hearing
[ heer-ing ]
noun
- the faculty or sense by which sound is perceived.
- the act of perceiving sound.
- opportunity to be heard:
to grant a hearing.
- an instance or a session in which testimony and arguments are presented, especially before an official, as a judge in a lawsuit.
Synonyms: , ,
- a preliminary examination of the basic evidence and charges by a magistrate to determine whether criminal procedures, a trial, etc., are justified.
- earshot:
Their conversation was beyond my hearing.
hearing
/ ˈɪəɪŋ /
noun
- the faculty or sense by which sound is perceived audio
- an opportunity to be listened to
- the range within which sound can be heard; earshot
- the investigation of a matter by a court of law, esp the preliminary inquiry into an indictable crime by magistrates
- a formal or official trial of an action or lawsuit
Other Word Forms
- iԲ· adjective
- ·iԲ noun
- ܲ·iԲ adjective
Word History and Origins
Example Sentences
The action from Democrats inspired a wave of criticism about the party’s priorities during the hearing and on social media.
They also face separate hearings under the Proceeds of Crime Act.
“As people walk through the galleries, they will directly hear the musicians they are closest to, while hearing the ‘spirit’ of the other groups.”
"The Inquiry intends to hold a public hearing in June on the fairness of the conduct and procedure adopted by Lord Bracadale in meeting the families. Submissions are invited from all core participants."
At this point, Baker said, it is unclear how many inmates who received incorrect drug test results have faced parole hearings.
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