eardrums
Pronunciation: [ˈɪərˌdrʌmz]
Word
Context: "anatomy"
(noun) the thin, sensitive parts inside your ears that help you hear sounds. When sound waves hit them, they vibrate and send messages to your brain so you can understand what you're hearing.
Example
She can hear very well because her eardrums are healthy and strong.
Example
He had to see a doctor because his eardrums were damaged and he couldn't hear properly.
Example
What happens to your eardrums when you listen to loud music?
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