Vocabulary Entry

auricular

|adjective • noun

adjective

Relating to the ear or the sense of hearing.

Example Sentences

"The auricular cartilage supports the structure of the outer ear."

"She had an auricular infection that caused severe pain."

"The doctor used auricular therapies to improve his patient's hearing."

noun

Example Sentences

"The auricular is essential for collecting sound waves."

"He pointed to the auricular to explain how sound reaches the eardrum."

"The auricular can vary in shape from person to person."