outer ear

US /ˈaʊtər ɪr/
UK /ˈaʊtər ɪr/
"outer ear" picture
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the external part of the ear, consisting of the auricle and the ear canal down to the eardrum

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The sound waves are collected by the outer ear.
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An infection in the outer ear can cause pain and discomfort.
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auriclepinna
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