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: the yellow waxy secretion from the glands of the external ear
called also cerumen
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If earwax is stubbornly caked on, adding a tiny bit of hydrogen peroxide (three-percent concentration only) to the toothbrush can help break it up.
—Julia Ries, Outside Online, 14 Nov. 2024
One of the first steps when someone has tinnitus is to look for earwax or signs of an ear infection.
—Carley Millhone, Health, 20 Oct. 2024
Just like humans, pet's ears should be cleaned regularly for earwax buildup, hair growth and general dirt and grime.
—Olivia Munson, USA TODAY, 8 Aug. 2024
The comedian, actress, and singer brought her her trademark wit and unpredictability to the latest episode of Jesse Tyler Ferguson's podcast Dinner's On Me, rollicking between topics as disparate as brunch, earwax vacuuming, and her time working with Jerry Lewis on The King of Comedy.
—Ryan Coleman, EW.com, 30 July 2024
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Word History
First Known Use
14th century, in the meaning defined above
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The first known use of earwax was
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“Earwax.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/earwax. Accessed 13 Dec. 2024.
Kids Definition
earwax
noun
ear·wax
ˈi(ə)r-ˌwaks
: a brownish yellow or orange waxlike substance produced by the glands of the external ear
Medical Definition
earwax
noun
ear·wax
ˈi(ə)r-ˌwaks
: the yellow waxy secretion from the glands of the external ear
called also cerumen
More from Merriam-Webster on earwax
Nglish: Translation of earwax for Spanish Speakers
Britannica.com: Encyclopedia article about earwax
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