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

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

1. The tympanum. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Eardrum

earbones
earbud
earbuds
earcap
earcaps
earcockle
earcon
earcons
earcup
earcups
eard
earded
earding
eardrop
eardrops
eardrum (current term)
eardrums
eards
eare
eared
eared grebe
eared seal
eared seals
earedness
eares
earflap
earflaps
earful
earfuls
eargasm

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