auricular
/ɔˈɹɪkjəlɚ/
/ɔˈɹɪkjəlɚ/
noun
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The outermost and smallest finger of the hand.
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The ear.
Synonyms:
ear finger, fourth finger, little finger, mercurial finger, pinkie
adjective
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Of or pertaining to the ear.
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Of or pertaining to the sense of hearing.
"The auricular nerves were damaged."
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Told in the ear, i. e., told privately.
"auricular confession to the priest"
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Recognized by the ear; known by the sense of hearing.
"auricular evidence"
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Received by the ear; known by report.
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Pertaining to the auricles of the heart.
Synonyms:
auditory, aural, otic