In a manner that is ear-shaped or possesses ear-like characteristics; relating to the auricular region.
From auriculate with the adverb suffix -ly, creating an adverbial form that describes actions or qualities in an ear-related manner. This is an extremely rare word in modern usage.
This word is so specialized it barely appears in English literature—but imagine describing how a plant's lobes unfold 'auriculately,' and you've got a perfect term that botanists should use more often!
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