Definition ear in British English

ear noun

noun

/ɪə(r)/

one of the two parts at the sides of your head that you hear with

Example

He whispered something in her ear.

Synonyms and related words

anvil (as) deaf as a post audio-

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Example

She has a very good ear for music.

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anvil (as) deaf as a post audio-

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the part at the top of a plant such as wheat that contains the grain

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aerial root anther beanstalk

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Example

An elderly person must stop their ears whenever they are asked to sign a contract selling their home.

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