Definition of ear canal
: the tubular passage of the outer ear leading to the tympanic membrane
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The Urbanears Hellas is an on-ear headphone for that handful of buyers who want something for the gym but can’t get comfortable with the idea of sticking earbuds in their ear canals.
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Your ear canal and eardrum are delicate and can be damaged easily by excess earwax.
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Finding a place for the microphone was difficult at first, but the ear canal turned out to be prime, and seemingly obvious, real estate.
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First Known Use of ear canal
1859
EAR CANAL Defined for English Language Learners
ear canal
Definition of ear canal for English Language Learners
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: the tube that leads into the ear
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ear canal
medical Definition of ear canal
: the tubular passage of the outer ear leading to the tympanic membrane
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