attention

noun

1. 1. the act of keeping one's mind closely on something or the ability to do this; mental concentration
   2. mental readiness for such concentration
2. notice or observation: her smile caught my attention
3. care or consideration: the matter will receive his immediate attention
4. 1. thoughtful consideration for others
   2. an act of consideration, courtesy, or devotion: usually used in pl.: a suitor's attentions to a woman
5. Mil.
   1. the erect, motionless posture of soldiers in readiness for another command
   2. a command to assume this posture