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Tragus

The prominence in front of the external opening of the ear. See Illust. under Ear.

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Auricle 70% connected

The external ear, or that part of the ear which is prominent from the head.

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Ear 70% connected

The organ of hearing; the external ear.

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Pinna 70% connected

A leaflet of a pinnate leaf. See Illust. of Bipinnate leaf, under Bipinnate.

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