Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
earlobe
noun
/ˈɪərloʊb/
Definition
The soft, fleshy lower part of a human ear.
Examples
- She wore a beautiful pearl earring in her earlobe.
- The child tugged on her mother’s earlobe playfully.
- His earlobes were larger than average, giving him a unique appearance.
Meaning
The earlobe is the rounded, hanging part of the ear, made up of connective tissue and fat. It does not contain cartilage and is often pierced for earrings.
Synonyms
- None (specific anatomical term)
