perceive (sound) via the auditory sense

get to know or become aware of, usually accidentally; I learned that she has two grown-up children; I see that you have been promoted

[ Syn: learn , get word , get wind , pick up , find out , get a line , discover , see ]

examine or hear (evidence or a case) by judicial process; The jury had heard all the evidence; The case will be tried in California

[ Syn: try ]

receive a communication from someone; We heard nothing from our son for five years'

listen and pay attention; Listen to your father; We must hear the expert before we make a decision

[ Syn: listen , take heed ]