Meaning of the word "listen out for" in English

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listen out for

US /ˈlɪs.ən aʊt fɔːr/

UK /ˈlɪs.ən aʊt fɔːr/

to make an effort to hear a particular sound or sounds

Example:

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Can you listen out for the doorbell while I'm in the shower?

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We need to listen out for any strange noises from the engine.

Synonym:

hearken attend eavesdrop monitor watch for

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