Pronunciation: /əˈkuːstɪk mɪətəs/
noun a passage or opening leading to the eardrum in the human ear, also known as the ear canal
A1 The doctor examined my ear and said there was a blockage in my acoustic meatus.
A2 When I clean my ears, I am always careful not to push the cotton swab too far into the acoustic meatus.
B1 The audiologist explained that sound waves enter the ear through the acoustic meatus.
B2 The ENT specialist used a special tool to examine the acoustic meatus for any abnormalities.
C1 The surgeon performed a delicate procedure to repair damage to the acoustic meatus.
C2 In cases of severe infection, a drainage tube may need to be inserted into the acoustic meatus to allow proper healing.
formal The acoustic meatus is the opening in the ear that leads to the ear canal.
informal I think I may have something stuck in my acoustic meatus, it's been bothering me all day.
slang Don't stick anything in your acoustic meatus, you could damage your eardrum.
figurative His words entered my mind like sound waves through an acoustic meatus, leaving a lasting impact.
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