earwax

/ˈɪərˌwæks/
/ˈɪəwæks/
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Definitions of earwax
  1. noun
    a soft yellow wax secreted by glands in the ear canal
    synonyms: cerumen
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    type of:
    wax
    any of various substances of either mineral origin or plant or animal origin; they are solid at normal temperatures and insoluble in water
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/ˈɪərˌwæks/
UK
/ˈɪəwæks/
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