listener
UK: ˈlɪsənə | US: ˈlɪsənər
n. a person who listens, especially to someone speaking, broadcasting, or performing
n. (in computing) a program or device that monitors and processes incoming data or events
The word "listener" combines the verb "listen," derived from Old English hlysnan (to hear attentively), with the agentive suffix "-er," which denotes a person performing an action. The root "listen" traces back to Proto-Germanic hlusinōną, emphasizing attentive hearing. Over time, "-er" became a productive suffix in English for forming nouns indicating roles (e.g., "teacher," "runner"). The term logically evolved to describe someone who engages in the act of listening, whether in conversation, media, or technical contexts.
She is a patient listener and rarely interrupts others.
The radio show has thousands of loyal listeners every morning.
As a therapist, being a good listener is essential.
The program includes an event listener to detect user clicks.
The podcast host thanked the listeners for their feedback.