1837 J. R. Bennett tr. W. Kramer ii. i. 90 Jos. Frank, however, speaks of an ear speculum [Ger. Ohrenspiegel; L. speculum auris], without describing it.
1914 5 Dec. 1004/1 Hydrogen peroxide must be instilled by means of an ear speculum.
1998 98 No. 8. 50/1 Using an ear speculum, inspect the ear canal.