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Ear

Sensory organ for hearing and balance.

ear aural organ

The ear is a sensory organ for hearing and balance. It converts sound waves into electrical signals that the brain can interpret.

Pronunciation

/ɜːr/

Etymology

From Old English 'eare' meaning 'ear'.

Explain Like I’m 5

Your ears help you hear sounds and keep you balanced, like when you ride a bike.

Fun Facts

Some animals like bats use echolocation to 'see' with sound
Owls can rotate their heads up to 270 degrees
Human ears never stop growing

FAQ

What is an ear? It's the organ that allows us to hear and maintain balance
How does it work? Sound waves vibrate tiny hairs in the inner ear, which sends signals to the brain
What are the parts of an ear? The outer, middle, and inner ear

Synonyms — Similar or Related Terms

hearing organ auditory organ

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

sensory organ body part

Hyponyms — Specific Examples

outer ear middle ear inner ear

Meronyms — Parts or Components

ear canal eardrum cochlea semicircular canals

Holonyms — Wholes or Groups

human body animal body

Indexes

biological structure sensory organ

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