earflap
[ eer-flap ]
/ ˈɪərˌflæp /
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noun
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Mississippi’s nickname comes from the magnificent trees that grow there. What is it?
Also called earlap.
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British Dictionary definitions for earflap
earflap
/ (ˈɪəˌflæp) /
noun
Also called: earlap either of two pieces of fabric or fur attached to a cap, which can be let down to keep the ears warm
zoology a small flap of skin forming the pinna of such animals as seals
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