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Definition of Eardrum
1. Noun. The membrane in the ear that vibrates to sound.
Exact synonyms: Myringa, Tympanic Membrane, Tympanum
Group relationships: Ear
Specialized synonyms: Perforated Eardrum
Terms within: Umbo
Generic synonyms: Membrane, Tissue Layer
Group relationships: Ear
Specialized synonyms: Perforated Eardrum
Terms within: Umbo
Generic synonyms: Membrane, Tissue Layer
Definition of Eardrum
1. n. The tympanum. See Illust. of Ear.
Definition of Eardrum
1. Noun. A thin membrane that separates the outer ear from the middle ear and transmits sound from the air to the malleus. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Eardrum
1. the tympanic membrane [n -S]
Medical Definition of Eardrum
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