perforated eardrum

Definitions of perforated eardrum
  1. noun
    an eardrum with a hole or tear in it; can interfere with normal hearing and cause other ear problems
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    eardrum, myringa, tympanic membrane, tympanum
    the membrane in the ear that vibrates to sound
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