eavesdropping

Meanings

• Verb

  Listening to a conversation without the participants' knowledge or permission.

  - "He was caught eavesdropping on his boss's conversation."
  - "She felt guilty when she accidentally overheard her neighbors' argument."

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Synonyms

overhear

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with eavesdropping
dropping , keeping , hopping , copping

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Variants

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eavesdropping , eavesdroppings , eavesdrop , eavesdropped , eavesdropper , eavesdroppers , eavesdrops

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Etymology

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From Middle English 'eve' meaning 'evening' and 'drope' meaning 'to let down'. Originally referred to listening at open windows in the evening.

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Trivia

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1. Eavesdropping was once considered a form of entertainment in medieval Europe, with 'eavesdropping plays' being performed for the amusement of the nobility.

2. The term 'eavesdrop' can also be used metaphorically to describe listening to music or a speaker intently.

3. In modern times, technology has made it easier to eavesdrop, with tools like phone taps and email hacking raising concerns about privacy.

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Related Concepts

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1. Surveillance: The act of monitoring or observing people or activities, often without their knowledge or consent.

2. Espionage: The gathering and transmission of sensitive or confidential information to a rival or enemy.

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Culture

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Throughout history, eavesdropping has been depicted in literature, art, and music as a means of gaining knowledge or information. It can be seen as a form of espionage or a violation of privacy. In some cases, it can lead to misunderstandings and conflicts.

How to Memorize "eavesdropping"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize the act of listening at an open window or hiding behind a bush to eavesdrop on a conversation.

2. associate
   

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3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic using the first letter of each word in 'Eavesdropping' - 'Eavesdrop' - 'Everyone Around Voice Secrets Overheard Privately'.

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