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Harken

/ˈhɑːk(ə)n/

To hark back, to return or revert (to a subject, etc.), to allude to, to evoke, to long or pine for (a past event or era).

📖 Definitions of "Harken"

verb
  1. 1

    To hark back, to return or revert (to a subject, etc.), to allude to, to evoke, to long or pine for (a past event or era).

verb
  1. 1

    (obsolete except poetic) To hear (something) with attention; to have regard to (something).

  2. 2

    To listen; to attend or give heed to what is uttered; to hear with attention, compliance, or obedience.

  3. 3

    To enquire; to seek information.

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