1. The external part of the ear that is visible on the side of the head.
Usage: Also called the pinna in anatomical contexts.
2. Either of the two upper chambers of the heart that receive blood.
Usage: Medical/anatomical term; also called atrium.

Examples

• She wore a small earring on the upper part of her auricle.
• The auricle of the ear helps funnel sound waves into the ear canal.
• The right auricle receives blood from the superior and inferior vena cava.
• Doctors examined the patient's auricles to check for signs of infection.
• The auricle is made of cartilage covered with skin.