Audition (Noun)
Meaning 1
A test of the suitability of a performer.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
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Meaning 2
The ability to hear; the auditory faculty; "his hearing was impaired".
Classification
Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.
Examples
- The doctor tested her audition to determine the extent of her hearing loss.
- His audition was so acute that he could hear the faint hum of the refrigerator from another room.
- The audiologist specialized in treating patients with impaired audition.
- The musician's audition was so sensitive that she could pick up on the subtlest nuances in pitch and tone.
- The elderly woman's audition had declined significantly over the years, making it difficult for her to follow conversations.