earshot — the range within which a sound, especially someone's voice, can be heard
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the range within which a sound, especially someone's voice, can be heard
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈɪrʃɑt/
Example Sentences
- The teenagers moved out of earshot before discussing their secret plan to surprise their teacher.
- Make sure you're within earshot when the pizza delivery arrives.
- She whispered the gossip only when her boss was out of earshot.
earshot
NOUN[/ˈɪrʃɑt/]
the range within which a sound, especially someone's voice, can be heard
The whispered secret stayed within earshot of the eavesdropping waiter.
When the gunshot fades from earshot, she takes the snapshot!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From 16th century English, combining 'ear' with 'shot' (the distance a projectile can travel). Originally referred to the range within which sound could reach someone's ear, similar to how 'shot' described the range of a weapon.
Breakdown
ear (organ of hearing) + shot (distance/range a projectile travels)
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The teenagers moved out of earshot before discussing their secret plan to surprise their teacher.”
“Make sure you're within earshot when the pizza delivery arrives.”
“She whispered the gossip only when her boss was out of earshot.”
“The children played just within earshot of their parents.”
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