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tym·pa·num also tim·pa·num (tĭm′pə-nəm)n. pl. tym·pa·na (-nə) or tym·pa·nums also tim·pa·na or tim·pa·nums 1. a. Anatomy See middle ear.b. See eardrum.2. Zoology A membranous external auditory structure, as in certain insects.3. Architecture a. The ornamental recessed space or panel enclosed by the cornices of a triangular pediment.b. A similar space between an arch and the lintel of a portal or window.4. The diaphragm of a telephone. [Medieval Latin, from Latin, drum, from Greek tumpanon.]timpana (timˈpɑːnə) n (Cookery) a traditional Maltese baked pasta and pastry dish |