anthelix

anthelix definition - medical

ant·he·lix (ănt-hēˈlĭks) or an·ti·he·lix (ănˌtē-, ănˌtī-)

noun
Ridge of cartilage anterior and roughly parallel to the posterior portion of the auricle helix.

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