ear-piercing

adj, noun — 2 senses

ear-piercing

adj

Etymology From ear + piercing.

1

Idiomatic, Informal Extremely loud (of sound).

Synonyms
deafening, ear-splitting

ear-piercing

noun

Etymology From ear + piercing.

1

A piercing in the ear.

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