To understand its meaning, we need more context.
Here are some possible interpretations:
* Figurative Language: It might be used metaphorically to describe someone who is deeply affected by what they hear, perhaps experiencing shock, grief, or despair.
* Legal/Medical Context: In some legal or medical settings, "stricken" could refer to a specific legal or medical condition related to hearing, such as being declared legally deaf.
* Regional Dialect: It's possible that "hearing stricken" is a regional expression with a specific meaning.
Could you provide more information about the context in which you encountered this phrase? For example:
* What was the source of the phrase? (A book, article, conversation, etc.)
* What was the surrounding text or conversation?
* What do you think the phrase might mean?
With more context, I can help you understand the meaning of "hearing stricken" more accurately.