Definitions

1. noun

Either of the outermost ridges of the ear, or the cartilaginous part of the pinna.

“The doctor examined the patient’s auricle to determine the cause of the hearing loss.”

2. anatomy

The cartilaginous part of the pinna, or the outermost ridges of the ear.

“The auricle of the human ear is made up of cartilage and skin.”

3. biology

Either of the outer parts of the ear, or the cartilaginous part of the pinna.

“In some species, the auricle is highly developed and plays a crucial role in hearing.”