tinnitus
/ˈtɪnɪtəs/
noun
- A medical condition in which a person hears a ringing, buzzing, or hissing sound in their ears that is not caused by an external sound.
- Loud concerts can cause temporary tinnitus.
- Her tinnitus made it hard to fall asleep at night.
- The doctor explained that tinnitus is often a symptom of hearing loss.