antihelixanthelixn.
Anat.
The curved elevation within the helix or outer rim of the ear, which surrounds the central cavity or concha.
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1721 N. Bailey Universal Etymol. Eng. Dict. Anthelix, The inward brink of the outward ear.
1836–9 Todd's Cycl. Anat. & Physiol. II. 550/2 The eminence within the helix is called anthelix.
1871 C. Darwin Descent of 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.
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