n A group of people within hearing; specifically, a large gathering of people listening to or watching a performance, speech, etc.
n (now rare) Hearing; the condition or state of hearing or listening.
n A widespread or nationwide viewing or listening public, as of a TV or radio network or program.
n A formal meeting with a state or religious dignitary.
n The readership of a book or other written publication.
n A following.
n (historical) An audiencia (judicial court of the Spanish empire), or the territory administered by it.