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tragus

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun tragus has 1 sense
  1. tragus - a small cartilaginous flap in front of the external opening of the ear
    --1 is a kind of
    cartilaginous structure
    --1 is a part of auricle, pinna, ear

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Tragus

Noun (Anatomy)

The tragus is a small pointed cartilaginous projection located on the anterior part of the external ear canal, in front of the concha. It partially covers the entrance of the ear.

Example sentence: The tragus can help in directing the sound waves into the ear canal.

Noun (Jewelry)

In the context of jewelry, a tragus refers to a type of piercing made on the tragus of the ear. It is a trendy and popular style of ear piercing.

Example sentence: She flaunted her new tragus piercing, adorned with a sparkling stud.

Noun (Zoology)

Tragus can also refer to a prominent tuft of hairs found on the ear of certain animals, especially some species of bats.

Example sentence: The tragus of the bat helps to direct and focus sound waves during its hunting process.

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