Associations to the word «Deafness»

Wiktionary

DEAFNESS, noun. The condition of being deaf; the lack or loss of the ability to hear.
DEAFNESS, noun. (figurative) Lack of knowledge or refusal to admit a particular problem, issue, etc.

Dictionary definition

DEAFNESS, noun. Partial or complete loss of hearing.

Wise words

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