earhole

Meaning

1. The outer aperture of the ear; the entrance to the ear canal.
2. A puncture in the ear, usually in the earlobe, such as for earrings.
3. An opening in a head-covering, such as a hat or helmet, for the ears.

Synonyms

ear

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earwax

Etymology

Inherited from Middle English: ere hol

In summary

From Middle English ere hol, herehole, equivalent to ear + hole.