burnt ear
"Burnt ear" can refer to a disease affecting grains or injuries to the external ear.
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Definition
C2Agriculture
(technical)A disease of grain caused by a fungus, where the ear appears blackened and the grain is either undeveloped or its coat is destroyed.
Example
- Farmers are advised to monitor their crops for signs of burnt ear to prevent widespread damage.
C1Medical
(clinical)Damage to the external ear caused by heat, chemicals, or cold, resulting in varying degrees of burns.
Example
- The patient was treated for a burnt ear after an accidental exposure to boiling water.
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