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auricle

PRIMARY MEANINGS OF: auricle

1
 n
a small conical pouch projecting from the upper anterior part of each atrium of the heart
2
 n
the externally visible cartilaginous structure of the external ear
FULL DEFINITIONS OF: auricle
1

n a small conical pouch projecting from the upper anterior part of each atrium of the heart

Synonyms:
atrial auricle, auricula atrii
Type of:
pocket, pouch
(anatomy) saclike structure in any of various animals (as a marsupial or gopher or pelican)
2

n the externally visible cartilaginous structure of the external ear

Synonyms:
ear, pinna
Types:
cauliflower ear
an auricle deformed by injury; common among boxers
Type of:
cartilaginous structure
body structure given shape by cartilage
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