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to pound one's ear
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to start going to sleep
Dialect
American
American
Idiom
InformalWhat is the origin of the idiom "pound one's ear" and when to use it?
The idiom "pound one's ear" has its origin in the idea that when someone is sleeping soundly and peacefully, their head might be resting heavily on the pillow or mattress, creating the imagery of their ear being pressed down or "pounded" against it. The expression has been used to convey the idea of a peaceful rest, particularly when someone is enjoying a peaceful night's sleep.
Examples
After the exhausting hike, I pounded my ear the moment I hit the bed.
The tranquil sounds of the ocean helped me pound my ear during our beach vacation.
