auricle
|au-ri-cle|
C1
/ˈɔːrɪkəl/
ear-like structure
Etymology
Etymology Information
'auricle' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'auricula,' where 'auris' meant 'ear.'
Historical Evolution
'auricula' transformed into the Old French word 'auricle,' and eventually became the modern English word 'auricle.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'little ear,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'ear-like structure.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a structure resembling an ear or earlobe, such as the upper chamber of the heart.
The auricle of the heart plays a crucial role in blood circulation.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39