otic

¹

[ oh-tik, ot-ik ]

adjective

, Anatomy.

1. of or relating to the ear; auricular.

-otic

²

1. 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 . -tic.

otic

¹

/ ˈɒtɪk; ˈəʊtɪk /

adjective

1. of or relating to the ear

-otic

²

suffix forming adjectives

1. relating to or affected by

   sclerotic

2. causing

   narcotic

Other Words From

• pre·otic adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of otic¹

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

Origin of otic²

From the Greek suffix -ōtikos

Word History and Origins

Origin of otic¹

C17: from Greek ōtikos, from ous ear

Origin of otic²

from Greek -ōtikos

Example Sentences

The exoccipital extends laterally, occupying the posterior face of the otic capsule.

From Project Gutenberg

Both epi-otic and pterotic are drawn out into rather prominent backwardly-projecting processes.

From Project Gutenberg

In front of the exoccipital is the large pro-otic pierced by two prominent foramina.

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Between the pro-otic and opisthotic as seen in a longitudinal section of the skull is a large opening constricted in the middle.

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Three bones, the epi-otic, opisthotic and pro-otic, together form the auditory or periotic capsule of each side.

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Related Words

• audible
• aural