auditory canal

noun

, Anatomy.

1. the narrow passageway from the outer ear to the eardrum.

Word History and Origins

Origin of auditory canal¹

First recorded in 1895–1900

Example Sentences

The final poem, “Musica Humana,” begins with a description of a postmortem examination of Beethoven’s inner ears, the auditory canal “covered in glutinous scales/shining throughout the autopsy.”

From New York Times

Polar bear cubs are actually born deaf and blind; their eyes and auditory canals don't open until about 30 days after birth.

From Fox News

Cat hairballs can be inserted in the auditory canal to prevent earaches.

From Washington Post

Large exostoses can cause hearing loss, by blocking the auditory canal.

From The New Yorker

Every time it circulates through the auditory canals of most Alabamians, an extra letter resonates profanely.

From Washington Times