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auditory

/ˈɔːdjʊəri/ or /ˈɔːdɪtɔːri/ adjective · British & US
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What does auditory mean?

adjective

Relating to the sense of hearing; having to do with sound or the ear. This can include the perception, processing, or interpretation of sound.

Example

"The auditory system is responsible for detecting and interpreting the sounds we hear."

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