Auditory Canal (Noun)
Meaning
Either of the passages in the outer ear from the auricle to the tympanic membrane.
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.
Examples
- The doctor examined the patient's auditory canal to check for any blockages or infections.
- Wax buildup in the auditory canal can cause hearing loss and discomfort.
- The auditory canal is lined with tiny hairs and glands that produce cerumen, a waxy substance that helps protect the ear.
- Insertion of objects into the auditory canal can push the wax deeper and potentially damage the eardrum.
- The auditory canal is approximately 2.5 centimeters long and is slightly S-shaped, which helps to protect the eardrum from foreign objects.