attention

US /əˈten.ʃən/
UK /əˈten.ʃən/
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1.

the act or power of fixing the mind on something; a state of concentrated awareness

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Please pay attention to the instructions.
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Her work requires close attention to detail.
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heedmindfulnessawarenessconcentrationfocus
2.

consideration or special care

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The patient needs constant medical attention.
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He tried to attract her attention with a wave.
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careconsiderationnoticeregardthought
1.

a position of readiness to receive orders, with the body erect and the arms to the sides

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The soldiers stood at attention.
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The drill sergeant ordered the recruits to stand at attention.
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at easestand at attentionmilitary posture
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attentivepay attention (to)pay attentionhold someone's attentioncatch someone's attentionattention deficit hyperactivity disorder