earhole

English

Etymology

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

Noun

earhole (plural earholes)

  1. The outer aperture of the ear; the entrance to the ear canal.
    What role does the wax in your earhole fulfill?
  2. A puncture in the ear, usually in the earlobe, such as for earrings.
  3. An opening in a head-covering, such as a hat or helmet, for the ears.

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