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auriscope

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auriscope [ˈɔːrɪˌskəʊp]
n
(Medicine) a medical instrument for examinig the external ear Also called otoscope
auriscopic  [ˌɔːrɪˈskɒpɪk] adj
auriscope
an instrument for examining the ear. — auriscopy, n.
See also: Instruments
an instrument for examining the ear.
See also: Ear
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Noun1.auriscope - medical instrument consisting of a magnifying lens and lightauriscope - medical instrument consisting of a magnifying lens and light; used for examining the external ear (the auditory meatus and especially the tympanic membrane)
auroscope, otoscope
medical instrument - instrument used in the practice of medicine
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If this is not found, the GP will examine the eardrums through an illuminating instrument (an auriscope or an otoscope) pushed gently into the ear canal.
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The set also includes a doctor bag, reflex hammer, thermometer, squeaking syringe, auriscope, laryngoscope and pretend bandage.
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