How Do You Spell EAVESDROPPING?

Pronunciation: [ˈiːvzdɹɒpɪŋ] (IPA)

The spelling of the word "Eavesdropping" can be explained with IPA phonetic transcription as /ˈiːvzdrɒpɪŋ/. The word has three syllables, with the primary stress on the second syllable. The first syllable starts with a long "e" sound, followed by a "v" sound, and then a long "z" sound. The second syllable starts with a "d" sound, followed by a short "r" sound and a schwa sound. The final syllable starts with a "p" sound, followed by a short "ɪ" sound, and then ends with a nasal "ŋ" sound.

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EAVESDROPPING Meaning and Definition

  1. Eavesdropping refers to the secretive act of listening to or overhearing private conversations or information without the consent or knowledge of the parties involved. It involves intentionally and discreetly intercepting or monitoring conversations or communications that are intended to be private or confidential.

    The term "eavesdropping" originates from the idea of someone secretly listening under the eaves (the lower edges of a roof) of a building, since such a position provides a vantage point to hear conversations happening inside.

    Eavesdropping can occur in various settings, such as public places, private residences, workplaces, or over electronic communication channels. It may be carried out by individuals seeking to gather sensitive information, intelligence agencies conducting surveillance, or even unintentionally by unsuspecting listeners.

    While eavesdropping can be performed through direct physical proximity, advancements in technology have made it possible to engage in remote eavesdropping using devices like hidden microphones or software for wiretapping phone lines or intercepting digital communications.

    Eavesdropping is generally regarded as an invasion of privacy and often carries legal and ethical implications. Many jurisdictions have laws in place to protect individuals' privacy rights and prohibit unauthorized interception or monitoring of communications. Various penalties and sanctions can be imposed on those found guilty of eavesdropping, depending on the severity of the offense and the applicable laws in a given jurisdiction.

    Overall, eavesdropping involves covertly listening in on private conversations or accessing confidential information without permission, often regarded as a violation of privacy.

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Etymology of EAVESDROPPING

The word "eavesdropping" is derived from two Middle English terms: "eave" and "dropping".

"Eave" refers to the edge of a roof that overhangs the wall of a building, while "drop" means a liquid that falls in small quantities. When combined, "eave" and "drop" create the image of rainwater or dew falling from the eaves of a building.

The term "eavesdrop" originally referred to the action of standing within the eavesdrop, or the area under the eaves of a building, and secretly listening to conversations happening inside. Over time, this term evolved to encompass any form of surreptitious or unauthorized listening to private conversations.

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Conjugate verb Eavesdropping

CONDITIONAL

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CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

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CONDITIONAL PERFECT

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CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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FUTURE

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FUTURE CONTINUOUS

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FUTURE PERFECT

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FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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IMPERATIVE

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NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to eavesdrop

PAST

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PAST CONTINUOUS

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PAST PARTICIPLE

eavesdropped

PAST PERFECT

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PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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PRESENT

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PRESENT CONTINUOUS

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PRESENT PARTICIPLE

eavesdropping

PRESENT PERFECT

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PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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