hearing
noun
hear·ing
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Definition of hearing
1a
: the process, function, or power of perceiving sound
specifically
: the special sense by which noises and tones are received as stimuli
b
: earshot
2a
: opportunity to be heard, to present one's side of a case, or to be generally known or appreciated
b(1)
: a listening to arguments
(2)
: a preliminary examination in criminal procedure
c
: a session (as of a legislative committee) in which testimony is taken from witnesses
3
chiefly dialectal
: a piece of news
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Examples of hearing in a Sentence
He suffered some loss of hearing in his right ear.
let's make sure she's out of hearing before I tell you what I got her for her birthday
Recent Examples on the Web
He is scheduled for an arraignment hearing in Cleveland on Sept. 13, according to court records. — Chelsea White, PEOPLE.com, "Simone Biles Breaks Silence on Her Brother's Murder Arrest: 'My Heart Aches for Everyone Involved'," 3 Sep. 2019 He is scheduled for an arraignment hearing Sept. 12 in Cuyahoga County Common Pleas Court. — Kaylee Remington, cleveland.com, "18-year-old man charged in death of 17-year-old girl in Brecksville Reservation," 31 Aug. 2019 Student whose car had rifle and 2,000 ammo rounds due in court A Nevada college student arrested after police found a rifle and 2,000 rounds of ammunition in his car parked on campus is scheduled for a hearing Friday. — Editors, USA TODAY, "Hurricane Dorian, US Open, Labor Day gas prices: 5 things to know Friday," 30 Aug. 2019 Frazee is scheduled to appear in court next on Oct. 18 for a hearing. — Elise Schmelzer, The Denver Post, "Patrick Frazeeâs allegations that Kelsey Berreth abused daughter to be allowed in court," 30 Aug. 2019 The Ohio doctor charged with 25 counts of murder is set for a hearing Wednesday after seeking to use a new lawyer known for successfully defending high-profile clients such as Casey Anthony and Aaron Hernandez. — Fox News, "Ohio doctor accused of murdering 25 patients is set to face hearing," 29 Aug. 2019 The civil rights organization wrote on Twitter that the judge denied the cityâs request for another hearing on a July ruling from the United States Court of Appeals for the 4th Circuit, which found the practice unconstitutional. — Phil Davis, baltimoresun.com, "Federal appeals court denies Baltimore a new hearing on cityâs âgag ordersâ on police misconduct settlements," 29 Aug. 2019 His father, who came down from Massachusetts, sat in court for the brief hearing where Steber appeared via video link. — NBC News, "High Point University student with guns in dorm studied mass shootings," 29 Aug. 2019 That standard is generally reserved for a full hearing before an immigration judge. — Los Angeles Times, "Trump administration appears to violate law in forcing asylum seekers back to Mexico, officials warn," 28 Aug. 2019These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'hearing.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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More Definitions for hearing
hearing
noun
English Language Learners Definition of hearing
: the sense through which a person or animal is aware of sound : the ability to hear
: the distance within which someone's voice can be heard
: an opportunity to explain why you did, said, or believe something
See the full definition for hearing in the English Language Learners Dictionary
hearing
noun
hear·ing
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Kids Definition of hearing
1
: the act or power of taking in sound through the ear : the sense by which a person hears
2
: earshot
I yelled, but he was out of hearing.
3
: a chance to be heard or known
Give both sides a fair hearing.
4
: a meeting at which arguments or testimony is heard
a court hearing
hearing
noun
hear·ing
Medical Definition of hearing
: the act or power of apprehending sound
specifically
: one of the special senses of vertebrates that is concerned with the perception of sound, is mediated through the organ of Corti of the ear in mammals, is normally sensitive in humans to sound vibrations between 16 and 27,000 hertz but most receptive to those between 2000 and 5000 hertz, is conducted centrally by the cochlear branch of the auditory nerve, and is coordinated especially in the medial geniculate body
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hearing
noun
hear·ing
Legal Definition of hearing
1
: a proceeding of relative formality at which evidence and arguments may be presented on the matter at issue to be decided by a person or body having decision-making authority â compare trial
Note: The purpose of a hearing is to provide the opportunity for each side of a dispute, and especially a person who may be deprived of his or her rights, to present its position. A hearing, along with notice, is a fundamental part of procedural due process. Hearings are also held, as for example by a legislature or an administrative agency, for the purpose of gathering information and hearing the testimony of witnesses.
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administrative hearing
: a hearing conducted by an official (as an administrative law judge) or a body (as a review board) of an administrative agency regarding an agency action and especially an action under dispute
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confirmation hearing
1
: a hearing conducted by the U.S. Senate to examine a nominee for the U.S. Supreme Court
Note: Article II of the U.S. Constitution provides for presidential appointment of Supreme Court justices âby and with the advice and consent of the Senate.â
2
: a hearing held in a bankruptcy case prior to the confirmation of a proposed bankruptcy plan
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discharge hearing
: a hearing in a bankruptcy case in which a debtor is informed that his or her discharge has been granted or is told the reasons why it has not been granted
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fair hearing
: a hearing that is conducted impartially and in accordance with due process and for which the defendant has reasonable opportunity to prepare, the assistance of counsel, the right to present evidence, the opportunity to cross-examine adverse witnesses, and often the right to a jury
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fatico hearing
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