Commonly encountered in audiology, ENT specialties, and hearing studies.
Literal Meaning
Ear
Actual Meaning
This refers to the EAR. So "otitis" is ear infection.
Examples in Context
Otitis media is an infection of the middle ear.
Helpful Tips
1Think of 'ot' as in 'otology', the study of the ear.
2Relate 'ot' to 'auditory' which connects to hearing.
Phrase Thesaurus
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ear
aural
auditory
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