Antihelixes

/æntiˈhɛlɪksɪz/ noun

Definition

Plural form of antihelix; the curved cartilage ridges on both sides inside the human ear.

Etymology

From anti- + helix + -es (plural suffix). This is simply the standard English plural of antihelix.

Kelly Says

If you feel inside your ears, you can actually touch your antihelixes—it's cool to realize you have this elegant curved cartilage inside your head that's been there since before you were born.

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