at·ten·tion ( -t n shn)n. 1. Concentration of the mental powers upon an object; a close or careful observing or listening. 2. The ability or power to concentrate mentally. 3. Observant consideration; notice: Your suggestion has come to our attention. 4. Consideration or courtesy: attention to others' feelings. 5. attentions Acts of courtesy, consideration, or gallantry, especially by a suitor. 6. A military posture, with the body erect, eyes to the front, arms at the sides, and heels together. interj. Used as a command to assume an erect military posture. [Middle English attencioun, from Latin attenti  , attentin-, from attentus, past participle of attendere, to heed; see attend.]at·ten tion·al adj. |
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| Adj. | 1. | attentional - of or relating to attention psychological science, psychology - the science of mental life |
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