meaning of eavesdrop
1. To stand under the eaves, near a window or at the door, of a house, to listen and learn what is said within doors; hence, to listen secretly to what is said in private.
2. The water which falls in drops from the eaves of a house.
3. listen without the speakers knowledge; "the jealous man was eavesdropping on his wifes
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Related Words
eavesdrop | eavesdropper | eavesdropping |
