cauliflower ear


noun

an ear that has been deformed by repeated injury, resulting in an irregular thickening of scar tissue.

Origin of cauliflower ear

An Americanism dating back to 1905–10

British Dictionary definitions for cauliflower ear

cauliflower ear

noun

permanent swelling and distortion of the external ear as the result of ruptures of the blood vessels: usually caused by blows received in boxing Also called: boxer's ear Technical name: aural haematoma

Medical definitions for cauliflower ear

cauliflower ear
[ kôlĭ-flou′ər ]

n.

An ear that is swollen, hardened, and deformed from extravasation of blood following repeated blows.