“Place for a piercing or a plug” crossword clue

Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.EAR is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Place for a piercing or a plug”. It was last seen in the puzzle of September 14, 2026, where it runs at 50 Across and fills 3 squares. It crosses 3 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.