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noun (law) a proceeding (usually by a court) where evidence is taken for the purpose of determining an issue of fact and reaching a decision based on that evidence
noun an opportunity to state your case and be heard
noun the range within which a voice can be heard
originFrom Middle English herynge, equivalent to hear + -ing.
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