Meaning of the word "hear from" in English

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

hear from

US /hɪr frʌm/
UK /hɪər frɒm/
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Phrasal Verb

to receive a letter, phone call, or other communication from someone

Example:
I haven't heard from him since he moved to Canada.
We're hoping to hear from the university about our application soon.