Phrase guide

ear drop

noun · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

A topical liquid medication administered to the ear, usually into the ear canal one drop at a time with a dropper.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: countable, in-plural, uncountable

Qualifier: pharmacy

Examples

  • Place one ear drop into the left ear twice a day.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

From ear + drop.