Overhear (verb)

1. To hear something unintentionally or by chance, especially a conversation that was not meant to be heard.
2. To hear something without the speaker's knowledge or intention.

Origin:

The word "overhear" comes from the prefix "over-" which means "above" or "on top" and the verb "hear" which means "to perceive sound". it was first used in english in the early 1400s.

Examples:

1. She overheard the conversation between the two people in the next room.
2. I overheard the phone conversation and realized it was a prank call.
3. He overheard the plan to surprise him and ruined it.
4. She overheard the criticism of her work and felt offended.
5. I overheard the private conversation and I shouldn't have, I feel guilty.