listen

Language: EN · Kind: word · Transcription: [/ˈlɪsən/]

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1. listen (verb) — sense 1

Definition: To use one's sense of hearing and auditory cognition in an intentional way; to make deliberate use of one's ears; to pay attention to or wait for a specific sound.

Example: Please listen carefully as I explain.

2. listen (verb) — sense 2

Definition: To accept advice or obey instruction; to agree or assent.

Example: Listen, the only reason I yelled at you was because I was upset, OK?

3. listen (noun) — sense 3

Definition: An instance of listening.

Example: Give the motor a listen and tell me if it sounds off.

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