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Tympanum (Noun)

Meaning 1

The membrane in the ear that vibrates to sound.

Classification

Nouns denoting body parts.

Synonyms

  • Tympanic Membrane
  • Eardrum
  • Myringa

Hypernyms

  • Membrane

Hyponyms

  • Perforated Eardrum

Meaning 2

The main cavity of the ear; between the eardrum and the inner ear.

Classification

Nouns denoting body parts.

Synonyms

  • Middle Ear
  • Tympanic Cavity

Hypernyms

  • Cavity
  • Bodily Cavity

Meaning 3

A large hemispherical brass or copper percussion instrument with a drumhead that can be tuned by adjusting the tension on it.

Classification

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

Synonyms

  • Kettle
  • Tympani
  • Timpani
  • Kettledrum

Hypernyms

  • Percussion Instrument
  • Percussive Instrument

Related Words

  • Timpanist (noun)
  • Tympanist (noun)
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