Anat. [a. Gr. ἀνθέλιξ, f. ἀντ(ί opposite + ἔλιξ 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.
1721. Bailey, Anthelix, The inward brink of the outward ear.
1836–9. Todd, Cycl. Anat. & Phys., II. 550/2. The eminence within the helix is called anthelix.
1871. Darwin, Desc. Man, I. i. 21. Various folds and prominences (helix and anti-helix, tragus and anti-tragus) which in the lower animals strengthen and support the ear.
