1. the distance within which a person’s voice can be heard

Examples

• Stay within earshot so I can call you if I need help.
• The children played just out of earshot of their parents.
• She whispered so quietly that even those within earshot couldn’t hear.
• The coach shouted instructions from within earshot of all the players.
• We moved closer to get within earshot of the conversation.
• The baby’s cries were heard by everyone within earshot.