also: けんもん
noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', transitive verb
knowledge gained through seeing and hearing; information; experience
Refers to knowledge or experience acquired through direct observation and listening, often in the context of broadening one's horizons. Commonly used in the phrase 見聞を広める (broaden one's knowledge/experience).
旅行は見聞を広める良い機会だ。
Travel is a good opportunity to broaden your knowledge and experience.
彼は海外で多くの見聞を得た。
He gained a lot of knowledge and experience abroad.