otic

[ oh-tik, ot-ik ]

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adjectiveAnatomy.

of or relating to the ear; auricular.

Origin of otic

From the Greek word ōtikós, dating back to 1650–60. See ot-, -ic

Other words from otic

pre·o·tic, adjective

Words Nearby otic

Other definitions for -otic (2 of 2)

-otic

an adjective suffix of Greek origin, often corresponding to nouns ending in -osis, denoting a relationship to an action, process, state, or condition indicated by the preceding element: hypnotic; neurotic.: See also -tic.

Origin of -otic

From the Greek suffix -ōtikos

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How to use otic in a sentence

The exoccipital extends laterally, occupying the posterior face of the otic capsule.
The Ancestry of Modern Amphibia: A Review of the Evidence | Theodore H. Eaton
Both epi-otic and pterotic are drawn out into rather prominent backwardly-projecting processes.
The Vertebrate Skeleton | Sidney H. Reynolds
In front of the exoccipital is the large pro-otic pierced by two prominent foramina.
The Vertebrate Skeleton | Sidney H. Reynolds
Between the pro-otic and opisthotic as seen in a longitudinal section of the skull is a large opening constricted in the middle.
The Vertebrate Skeleton | Sidney H. Reynolds
Three bones, the epi-otic, opisthotic and pro-otic, together form the auditory or periotic capsule of each side.
The Vertebrate Skeleton | Sidney H. Reynolds

British Dictionary definitions for otic (1 of 2)

otic

/ (ˈəʊtɪk, ˈɒtɪk) /

adjective

of or relating to the ear

Origin of otic

C17: from Greek ōtikos, from ous ear

British Dictionary definitions for -otic (2 of 2)

-otic

suffix forming adjectives

relating to or affected by: sclerotic
causing: narcotic

Origin of -otic

from Greek -ōtikos

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