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Definition hear of in British English

hear of phrasal verb

[transitive] phrasal verb
1

to find out that something has happened

Example

I was shocked to hear of his death.

Synonyms and related words
find out read up on hear of
2

to receive news about someone

Example

Not much was heard of him until his reappearance last night.

Synonyms and related words
hear from maintain correspond
3

to know about the existence of someone or something

Example

'The author's name was James Bomford.' 'Never heard of him!'

Example

Have you heard of WAP phones?

Synonyms and related words
know realize have heard of
4

to refuse to accept a suggestion or offer

Example

I said he could stay with us, but he wouldn't hear of it.

Synonyms and related words
turn down ignore dismiss
Definition hear of in British English