Definition of listen
(Entry 1 of 2)
1 : to pay attention to sound
listen to music
2 : to hear something with thoughtful attention : give consideration
listen to a plea
3 : to be alert to catch an expected sound
listen for his step
archaic : to give ear to : hear
listen
nounDefinition of listen (Entry 2 of 2)
: an act of listening
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The first known use of listen was before the 12th century
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