Meaning & use
ceruminous
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Relating to or producing cerumen, the waxy substance commonly known as earwax.
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The ceruminous glands in the ear canal help trap dust and repel water.
A buildup of secretions from the ceruminous glands can sometimes block the ear canal.
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A technical anatomical term used almost exclusively in medical contexts, particularly regarding the ear.
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