Etymology

earwax

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Today it means: A waxy substance secreted by the ear. Full definition →

Middle English erewax
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  1. Middle English · derived fromerewax
  2. English todayearwax

From Middle English erewax, from ere + wax. Equivalent to ear + wax.

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