inattention

noun in·at·ten·tion \ˌi-nə-ˈten(t)-shən\

: failure to carefully think about, listen to, or watch someone or something : lack of attention

Full Definition of INATTENTION

: failure to pay attention

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circa 1670

INATTENTION Defined for Kids

noun in·at·ten·tion \ˌi-nə-ˈten-shən\

: failure to pay attention <The accident resulted from the driver's inattention.>

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