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antihelix, anthelix Anat.|æntɪˈhiːlɪks, ˈænθɪlɪks|
[a. Gr. ἀνθέλιξ, f. ἀντ(ί opposite + ἕλιξ the outer ear, orig. a spiral, curl, eddy.]
The curved elevation within the helix or outer rim of the ear, which surrounds the central cavity or concha.
1721Bailey, Anthelix, The inward brink of the outward ear. 1836–39Todd Cycl. Anat. & Phys. II. 550/2 The eminence within the helix is called anthelix. 1871Darwin Desc. Man I. i. 21 Various folds and prominences (helix and antihelix, tragus and anti-tragus) which in the lower animals strengthen and support the ear. |