Found 1 items, similar to To pay attention to.
English → English (gcide) Definition: To pay attention to Attention \At*ten"tion\, n. [L. attentio: cf. F. attention.] 1. 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. [1913 Webster] They say the tongues of dying men Enforce attention like deep harmony. --Shak. [1913 Webster] Note: Attention is consciousness and something more. It is consciousness voluntarily applied, under its law of limitations, to some determinate object; it is consciousness concentrated. --Sir W. Hamilton. [1913 Webster] 2. An act of civility or courtesy; care for the comfort and pleasure of others; as, attentions paid to a stranger. [1913 Webster] To pay attention to, To pay one's attentions to, to be courteous or attentive to; to wait upon as a lover; to court. [1913 Webster] Syn: Care; heed; study; consideration; application; advertence; respect; regard. [1913 Webster]