Attention

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Webster's Dictionary [1]

(1): (n.) The act or state of attending or heeding; the application of the mind to any object of sense, representation, or thought; notice; exclusive or special consideration; earnest consideration, thought, or regard; obedient or affectionate heed; the supposed power or faculty of attending.

(2): (n.) An act of civility or courtesy; care for the comfort and pleasure of others; as, attentions paid to a stranger.

King James Dictionary [2]

Atten'Tion, n.

1. The act of attending or heeding the due application of the ear to sounds, or of the mind to objects presented to its contemplation. Literally, a stretching towards.

They say the tongues of dying men

Enforce attention like deep harmony.

2. Act of civility, or courtesy as attention to a stranger.

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