in the ear
The phrase 'in the ear' can have various meanings based on the context, ranging from medical devices to stages of crop maturity.
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Definition
B2Medicine
(technical)Describing a type of hearing aid that fits within the outer part of the ear.
Example
- She opted for an in-the-ear hearing aid for its discreet appearance.
B2Anatomy
(technical)Located within the ear canal or related to the inner parts of the ear.
Example
- The doctor found an infection in the ear during the examination.
C1Agriculture
(technical)Describing a cereal crop that is maturing or has matured.
Example
- The wheat is now in the ear, indicating it's almost ready for harvest.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "in the ear":
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