Refers specifically to the visible external part of the ear.

Body Part

Emphasizes auricle’s role in capturing sound waves for hearing.

Sound Direction

Often paired with descriptive words about size or appearance.

In cardiology, auricle refers to a specific heart structure without any auditory function.

Used in medical terminology, might confuse if used outside this context.

Auricle’s location is adjacent to the atria in the heart, not to be confused with ventricles.

In biology, auricle represents any ear-like structure or overlapping part.

It's not just for human or animal parts; used for similar shapes in nature.