Meaning of 'hearing'

noun

the act of hearing attentively

Synonyms: listening

noun

a proceeding, usually by a court, where evidence is taken for the purpose of determining an issue of fact and reaching a decision based on that evidence

Example: "The defendant's hearing takes place next Tuesday at the courthouse downtown. "

noun

the ability to hear

Synonyms: audition

noun

a session (of a committee or grand jury) in which witnesses are called and testimony is taken

Example: "the investigative committee will hold hearings in Chicago"

noun

the range within which a voice can be heard

Synonyms: earshot earreach

noun

an opportunity to state your case and be heard

Example: "We condemned them without a hearing."

Synonyms: audience

adjective

able to perceive sound