Meaning of the word ear in English

What does ear mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

ear

US /ɪr/

UK /ɪər/

the organ of hearing and balance in humans and other vertebrates and invertebrates

Example:

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She whispered something in his ear.

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He has a good ear for music.

Synonym:

auditory organ hearing organ

the seed-bearing head of a cereal plant, such as corn or wheat

Example:

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The farmer harvested many ears of corn.

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Each stalk of wheat had a full ear.

Synonym:

spike head cob