Attention - definition, pronunciation, transcription

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Amer.  |əˈtenʃn|  American pronunciation of the word attention
Brit.  |əˈtenʃ(ə)n|  British pronunciation of the word attention

noun

- the process whereby a person concentrates on some features of the environment to the (relative) exclusion of others
- the work of providing treatment for or attending to someone or something (syn: aid, care)
the old car needs constant attention
- a general interest that leads people to want to know more
She was the center of attention
- a courteous act indicating affection
she tried to win his heart with her many attentions
- the faculty or power of mental concentration
keeping track of all the details requires your complete attention
- a motionless erect stance with arms at the sides and feet together; assumed by military personnel during drill or review
the troops stood at attention

Extra examples

We focused our attention on this particular poem.

My attention wasn't really on the game.

You need to pay more attention in school.

She likes all the attention she is getting from the media.

The actor avoids drawing attention to himself.

The book has received national attention.

The trial is getting a lot of public attention.

The children were competing for the teacher's attention.

A cat on a leash is sure to attract attention.

I would like to call your attention to a problem we are having.

I am all attention.

This matter will require your undivided attention.

The manager gave me her personal attention.

I lavished my individual attention on him.

Old cars need a lot of care and attention to keep them working.

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