1. plural of ear; the organs of hearing on either side of the head
2. the ability to hear or listen carefully
3. attention or willingness to listen

Examples

• She covered her ears when the music got too loud.
• The dog’s ears perked up at the sound of footsteps.
• He has a good ear for music and can play by ear.
• The teacher asked the students to lend their ears to the announcement.
• My ears are ringing after the concert.
• She whispered the secret in my ear.
• The corn ears were ready for harvest.