Auricular
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ɔːˈɹɪk.jʊl.ə/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Auricular is an adjective meaning (relational) Of or pertaining to the ear.
Meaning
(relational) Of or pertaining to the ear.
More Meanings
- (anatomy, relational) Pertaining to the auricles of the heart.
- The little finger, the outermost and smallest finger of the hand.
- (humorous) The ear.
- (art, relational) Pertaining to a style of ornamental decoration, originating in Northern Europe in the first half of the 17th century, that uses softly flowing abstract shapes in relief some of which bear a resemblance to the human ear; commonly used in silverware, picture frames, and architecture.
Example Sentences
Yet see! my glad Auricular Redeems thee (though dissolv’d) a Star,[…]
[…] our performances are pastimes jocular, To please the auricular organ and the ocular.
A pound of dynamite Explodes in his auriculars It’s not a pleasant sight— We’ll spare you the particulars.
Word Forms
- auriculars
Synonyms for auricular
Depending on context, synonyms include otic, pinkie.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include otic, aural, earal, auric, cephaloauricular, audial.
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