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tympanum

nounmasculinetechnicalcommon/ˈtĩ.pɐ.nu/tím·pa·no

Definition

The eardrum; a thin membrane separating the outer ear from the middle ear, which vibrates in response to sound waves.

“The doctor examined his tympanum for signs of infection.”

“A sudden change in pressure can damage the tympanum.”

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