disco tinnitus
n.— «Many young people these days also suffer from tinnitus due to the over use of their ipods at unsafe levels. In Michael’s case, it is due to his recent F1 escapade as well as the numerous hours spent in loud nightclubs. This is more commonly known as “disco tinnitus.”» —“What is that noise in my ears?” by R. Bala The Star (Malaysia) June 3, 2007. (source: Double-Tongued Dictionary)
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