ear

A1
Pronunciation
/ɪə̯/
/iɹ/
Noun
9 definition(s)
1 Definition

The organ of hearing, consisting of the pinna, auditory canal, eardrum, malleus, incus, stapes and cochlea.

2 Definition

The external part of the organ of hearing, the auricle.

3 Definition

A police informant.

4 Definition

The sense of hearing; the perception of sounds; skill or good taste in listening to music.

Example Sentences
  • a good ear for music
5 Definition

The privilege of being kindly heard; favour; attention.

6 Definition

That which resembles in shape or position the ear of an animal; a prominence or projection on an object, usually for support or attachment; a lug; a handle.

Example Sentences
  • the ears of a tub, skillet, or dish;   The ears of a boat are outside kneepieces near the bow.
7 Definition

An acroterium.

8 Definition

A crossette.

9 Definition

The fruiting body of a grain plant.

Example Sentences
  • He is in the fields, harvesting ears of corn.
Verb
4 definition(s)
1 Definition

To take in with the ears; to hear.

2 Definition

To hold by the ears.

3 Definition

To put forth ears in growing; to form ears, as grain does.

Example Sentences
  • This corn ears well.
4 Definition

To plough.