Definition of eavesdrop

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Eavesdrop (v. i.) 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..

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Eavesdropping :: Eavesdropping (n.) The habit of lurking about dwelling houses, and other places where persons meet fro private intercourse, secretly listening to what is said, and then tattling it abroad. The offense is indictable at common law..
Eavesdropper :: Eavesdropper (n.) One who stands under the eaves, or near the window or door of a house, to listen; hence, a secret listener..
Eavesdrop :: Eavesdrop (n.) The water which falls in drops from the eaves of a house.
Eavedrop :: Eavedrop (n.) A drop from the eaves; eavesdrop.
Evesdropper :: Evesdropper (n.) See Eavesdropper.
Eavesdrop :: Eavesdrop (v. i.) 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..
Evesdrop :: Evesdrop (v. i.) See Eavesdrop.
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