Eardrums

/ˈɪrdrʌmz/ noun

Thin membranes inside the ear that vibrate when sound waves hit them, allowing you to hear.

From 'ear' (Old English 'eare') + 'drum' (the percussion instrument). Named for the resemblance to a drum that vibrates and produces sound when struck.

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