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hearing

n. countable
B2 Upper Intermediate Oxford US //ˈhiɹɪŋ// UK //hˈiəɹɪŋ// hear·ing Archaic General-service Informal

n. 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.


SIMPLE

The judge scheduled a hearing for next Tuesday morning.

CONTEXTUAL

After the preliminary hearing, the magistrate decided there was enough evidence to proceed with a full trial.

COMPLEX

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.

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Origin

From Middle English herynge, equivalent to hear + -ing.

Usage

Often used with the verbs 'hold', 'conduct', or 'attend'.

Pitfall

The judge made a hearingThe judge held a hearingIn a legal context, hearings are 'held' or 'conducted', not 'made'.

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