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(eaves-drop-ping) 3 syllables

Definition

verb. listening secretly to a conversation without permission.

Example Sentence

My brother will not stop eavesdropping on my conversations with my friends.

More Example Sentences

Eavesdropping can break trust between friends.

Synonyms

snooping; spying; overhearing

Antonyms

ignore

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