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flap-eared

adj · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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adj

Meaning 1

Having ears that appear as though they could flap,

Having large ears clearly distinct from the head.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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adj

Meaning 2

Having ears that appear as though they could flap,

Synonym of flop-eared, having large pendant ears.

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Synonyms: flop-eared, having large pendant ears

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

From flap + eared.

Across languages

Translations

3 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Irish: cluasach — having protuberant ears
  • Latin: flaccus — having protuberant ears
  • Latin: plautus — having protuberant ears