Adam's apple
noun
A projection at the front of the neck formed by the thyroid cartilage of the larynx, often prominent in men.The thyroid gland is located under the Adam's apple in the front part of the neck....
- Her gaze traveled along the curve of his neck, over his Adam's apple to his jaw line, as he tilted his head back to drain the rest of the bottle.
- To make sure you're not confusing the thyroid gland with your Adam's apple, repeat the test.
Origin
Mid 18th century: so named from the notion that a piece of the forbidden fruit became lodged in Adam's throat.