attention
//əˈtɛnʃən//
Noun
attentionsPlural
1
The act of directing one's mind or focus toward something; mental concentration or awareness.
Please pay attention to what the teacher is saying.
2
Notice taken of someone or something; consideration or observation.
The issue needs immediate attention.
3
Special care or treatment given to someone or something.
The patient needs constant medical attention.
4
A position of readiness assumed by soldiers, standing straight with arms at sides and heels together.
The soldiers stood at attention during the ceremony.