Definition

Related to earwax, which is a yellowish substance produced in the ear canal.

Example

The doctor explained that ceruminous glands produce earwax to protect the ears.

Conversation

Did you know that the ear has ceruminous glands?

Really? I had no idea what they were called!

Yeah, they produce earwax to protect our ears.

That's fascinating! I never thought about how important it is.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Ceruminous → It is formed from "cerumen" (from Latin *cerumen*, meaning earwax) and the suffix "-ous" (meaning full of). The word "ceruminous" refers to something that is full of or related to earwax.

Memory Tip

Think of 'cerumen' which means earwax, and remember that 'ceruminous' describes something related to earwax.

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