Meaning of the word "prick up your ears" in English
What does "prick up your ears" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
prick up your ears
US /prɪk ʌp jʊər ɪərz/
UK /prɪk ʌp jʊər ɪərz/
Idiom
1.
to listen carefully or suddenly become attentive
Example:
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When I mentioned a pay raise, everyone at the meeting began to prick up their ears.
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The dog would always prick up its ears at the sound of the doorbell.
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