Auricular
Pronunciation
Origin
From Latin auricularis, from auricula + -aris.
The finger is so called because it can be readily introduced into the ear passage.
Full definition of auricular
Adjective
auricular
- Of or pertaining to the ear
- Of or pertaining to the sense of hearingThe auricular nerves were damaged.
- Told in the ear, i. e., told privately; as, auricular confession to the priest.
- Recognized by the ear; known by the sense of hearing; as, auricular evidence.
- Received by the ear; known by report.
- (anatomy) Pertaining to the auricles of the heart.