cauliflower ear
nounDefinition of cauliflower ear
: an ear deformed from injury and excessive growth of reparative tissue
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cauliflower ear
nounEnglish Language Learners Definition of cauliflower ear
: an ear that is permanently damaged and swollen after being hit many times
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cauliflower ear
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Medical Definition of cauliflower ear
: an ear deformed from injury and excessive growth of reparative tissue
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