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Definition of earflap

earflap

/ˈɪr.flæp/
ear · flap
Plural:earflaps
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earflap Lexical Profile

earflap Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

Either of two flaps attached to the sides of a winter cap or hat that can be folded down to cover and protect the ears from cold weather.

Example

"He untied the fleece-lined earflaps of his wool cap before stepping out into the freezing wind."

2

The external, fleshy part of the ear in humans and various other mammals; the pinna or auricle.

Example

"The veterinarian carefully examined the dog's left earflap for signs of ticks or inflammation."

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• Nearby Words

eardrops
eardrum
eared
earflap
earful
earhole
earl

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Earflap. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/earflap
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