auricularis

/ɔːriːk.jʊˈlɑːrɪs/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or affecting the ear

“The auricularis muscle is responsible for moving the pinna.”

2. noun

any of the three small muscles of the ear that are innervated by the facial nerve

“The auricularis muscle is involved in the movement of the pinna.”

3. noun

a muscle of the ear

“The auricularis muscle helps in the movement of the earlobe.”

Synonyms

  • acoustic
  • auditory

Antonyms

  • kinesthetic
  • tactile