Meaning of the word deafness in English

What does deafness mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

deafness

US /ˈdef.nəs/
UK /ˈdef.nəs/
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Noun

1.

the condition of being unable to hear, either completely or partly

Example:
She has suffered from partial deafness since childhood.
The new technology aims to help people with severe deafness.
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