English dictionary
eavesdrop
/'/i/vz,dr/A/p/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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The water which falls in drops from the eaves of a house.
Source: webster1913
verb
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listen without the speaker's knowledge
ExamplesThe jealous man was eavesdropping on his wife's conversations.
Synonyms listen inSource: WordNet 3.0
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To stand under the eaves, near a window or at the door, of a house, to listen and learn what is said within doors; hence, to listen secretly to what is said in private.
Source: webster1913