Definitions

1. verb

to listen secretly to someone’s conversation, especially in a way that is considered to be an invasion of their privacy

“I caught my roommate eavesdropping on our conversation.”

2. verb

to listen in on something, such as radio or phone communications, often without permission

“The security team eavesdropped on the suspicious phone call.”

3. noun

the act of listening secretly to someone’s conversation

“The eavesdropping on our private conversation was highly unacceptable.”

4. noun

a person who listens secretly to someone’s conversation

“The eavesdropper in the office was fired for their actions.”