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auricle

noun

  1. small ear-like projection from the base of a leaf or petal
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Pronunciation: /ˈɔː.ɹɪk.əl/ / /ˈɔɹ.ək.əl/

noun

Etymology: From Latin auricula (“the external ear”), diminutive of auris (“the ear”). Doublet of auricula.

  1. Any appendage in the shape of an ear or earlobe.
  2. Any appendage in the shape of an ear or earlobe.
  3. Synonym of atrium.
  4. Synonym of atrium.