hearing
n. countablen. an official meeting where a judge or a group of people listen to facts about a case. It is like a short trial where a decision is made about a specific problem.
n. a formal proceeding before a court, legislative body, or other official person or body. It is typically less formal than a full trial and focuses on specific issues or evidence.
The judge scheduled a hearing for next Tuesday morning.
After the preliminary hearing, the magistrate decided there was enough evidence to proceed with a full trial.
The administrative hearing provided an opportunity for the local residents to voice their concerns regarding the proposed zoning changes before a final decision was reached by the council.
From Middle English herynge, equivalent to hear + -ing.
Often used with the verbs 'hold', 'conduct', or 'attend'.
The judge made a hearingThe judge held a hearingIn a legal context, hearings are 'held' or 'conducted', not 'made'.