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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   The outer aperture of the ear; the entrance to the ear canal.

   "What role does the wax in your earhole fulfill?"

2. 2
   A puncture in the ear, usually in the earlobe, such as for earrings.
3. 3
   An opening in a head-covering, such as a hat or helmet, for the ears.

Example

More examples

"What role does the wax in your earhole fulfill?"

Etymology

From Middle English ere hol, herehole, equivalent to ear + hole.

Related phrases

ear canal

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