"Henry's pocket" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: Henry's pockets [plural]
Etymology: Etymology uncertain. Etymology templates: {{uncertain|en|nocap=1}} uncertain Head templates: {{en-noun}} Henry's pocket (plural Henry's pockets)
  1. (anatomy, zoology) The cutaneous marginal pouch in the ear of an animal, especially a cat or dog. Categories (topical): Anatomy, Zoology

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