pinna

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. The visible part of the ear in most therians that resides outside of the head, the auricle; outer ear excluding the ear canal.
  2. A leaflet or primary segment of a pinnate compound leaf.
  3. A feather, wing, fin, or other similar appendage.

Pronunciation

/ˈpɪnə/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-pinna.wav

Word forms

pinna pinnas pinnae

Etymology

From Latin pinna (“dorsal fin; wing, feather”). Doublet of pen, penna, and panne.

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