A group of people within hearing; specifically, a large gathering of people listening to or watching a performance, speech, etc.
The readership of a book or other written publication.
A following.
An audiencia (judicial court of the Spanish empire), or the territory administered by it.
A widespread or nationwide viewing or listening public, as of a TV or radio network or program.
A formal meeting with a state or religious dignitary.
An audition which is open to the public and thus draws a large number of applicants, many of whom are inexperienced.