General Definition: 1. Of an animal with upright or large ears, like a dog, to have them flap in the wind or retract downwards because the animal is frightened or on guard. As a Noun: 1. The feeling of being ashamed or stupid. English = humiliation. 2. The ears of some animals. As a Verb or Adjective: 1. To feel regret that you have behaved badly or foolishly. Formal English = (be) chastened. 2. To feel ashamed or stupid; to make someone feel that way. English = (be) humiliated; humiliate.