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eartip

noun · verb · 5 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

noun

Meaning 1

The tip of the external ear.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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2

noun

Meaning 2

A small earpiece or earplug.

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3

noun

Meaning 3

The part of an earbud that contours to the ear canal.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Examples

  • The shape of the nozzle prevents the use of aftermarket eartips.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: tip

Antonyms: none provided

4

noun

Meaning 4

The removal of the tip of a cat's ear, done to indicate that the cat has been fixed.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Examples

  • a cat with an eartip

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: eartipping

Antonyms: none provided

5

verb

Meaning 5

To remove the tip of a cat's ear, in order to indicate that the cat has been fixed.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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History

Etymology

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