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earhole

noun · 3 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

noun

Meaning 1

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

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Examples

  • What role does the wax in your earhole fulfill?

Meaning relationships

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Antonyms: none provided

2

noun

Meaning 2

A puncture in the ear, usually in the earlobe, such as for earrings.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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3

noun

Meaning 3

An opening in a head-covering, such as a hat or helmet, for the ears.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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History

Etymology

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

Across languages

Translations

7 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Finnish: korva-aukko — outer aperture of the ear
  • Ancient Greek: κύαρ (kúar) — outer aperture of the ear
  • Ingrian: korvareikä — outer aperture of the ear
  • Portuguese: ouvido — outer aperture of the ear
  • Chinese Cantonese: 耳窿 — puncture
  • Finnish: korvareikä — puncture
  • Finnish: korvanreikä — opening in head covering