ceruminous

/səˈrʊmɪnəs/

Definitions

1. adjective

Producing or secreting cerumen; relating to the earwax or cerumen in the ear.

“The doctor examined the ceruminous glands in the patient’s ear.”

2. noun

A gland or tissue in the ear that produces earwax or cerumen.

“The ceruminous glands help to keep the ear canal clean and free from debris.”

Synonyms

  • ceruminose
  • earwaxy

Antonyms

  • dry
  • waxless