earflap
Americannoun
noun
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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
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zoology a small flap of skin forming the pinna of such animals as seals
Etymology
Origin of earflap
Example Sentences
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In 1983, earflap helmets were required in the major leagues, although many players still wear helmets covering only the ear exposed to an oncoming pitch.
From Washington Post • Oct. 21, 2017
Struck in the earflap of his helmet, Gomez had already passed the concussion protocol and hoped to play Monday night in Detroit.
From Washington Times • May 17, 2015
Given where Jennings’s ball struck Happ, only a helmet with a left earflap would have protected him, anyway.
From New York Times • Aug. 21, 2013
He fell to the ground after being hit on the earflap with an 0-2 pitch.
From Seattle Times • Jul. 27, 2011
Ignatius raised the earflap on the side next to his mother.
From "A Confederacy of Dunces" by John Kennedy Toole
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