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ears

/ɪəz/ /ɪɹz/

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noun

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

Examples :

"The dog perked up its ears when it heard the sound of the car pulling into the driveway. "

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

Examples :

"The little boy cupped his ears to hear the music better. "

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A police informant.

Examples :

"The detective had many "ears" on the street, listening for information about the drug deal. "

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

Examples :

"a good ear for music"

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The privilege of being kindly heard; favour; attention.

Examples :

"The young teacher hoped her innovative lesson plan would find ears with the school principal. "

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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.

Examples :

"the ears of a tub, skillet, or dish; The ears of a boat are outside kneepieces near the bow."

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An acroterium.

Examples :

"The architect added ears (acroteria shaped like stylized ears) to the roof of the classical building, giving it a more ornate and traditional look. "

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A crossette.

Examples :

"The firework burst in the sky, its display filled with stars and ears, creating a spectacular show. "

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verb

To take in with the ears; to hear.

Examples :

"I couldn't ears what she said because the music was too loud. "

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To hold by the ears.

Examples :

"The teacher ears the unruly student out of the classroom. "

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The fruiting body of a grain plant.

Examples :

"He is in the fields, harvesting ears of corn."

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

Examples :

"This corn ears well."

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verb

Examples :

"The farmer used his oxen to ears the field before planting the seeds. "

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