/ɔːˈdɪtɔri/ /ˈɔːdɪtrɪ/ (AHD: /ˈɔːdɪtɔri/)

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to the sense of hearing

“The auditory system of the human body consists of the ear and the auditory nerve.”

2. noun

a part of the ear that receives sound

“The auditory ossicles in the middle ear vibrate when sound waves reach them.”

3. noun

a system or device for converting sound into electrical signals

“The auditory system of the hearing aid converts sound into electrical signals that are sent to the ear.”

4. adjective

of or relating to an auditory examination or test

“The auditory exam revealed that the patient had a hearing loss.”