pinna

noun
UK: /ˈpɪn.ə/
US: /ˈpɪn.ə/
  1. The external part of the ear that sticks out from the head.

    1. The pinna helps to collect sound waves.
    2. The doctor examined the patient's pinna for any signs of infection, noting its unusual shape.

Synonyms

auricle

Frequently Asked Questions

The phonetic transcription of "pinna" is /ˈpɪn.ə/ in British English and /ˈpɪn.ə/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "pinna": auricle.

Example usage of "pinna": "The pinna helps to collect sound waves.". More examples on the page.