1. the act of hearing something not intended for one’s ears

1. present participle of overhear; listening to something not intended for one’s ears

Examples

• She was overhearing the conversation from the next room.
• I couldn’t help overhearing your phone call.
• The overhearing of private discussions is considered rude.
• He apologized for overhearing their argument.
• Overhearing gossip at work can create problems.
• The accidental overhearing led to misunderstandings.
• She felt guilty about overhearing their personal conversation.