Adam's apple

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Contents 1 English 1.1 Etymology 1.2 Noun 1.2.1 Synonyms 1.2.2 Translations

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[edit] Etymology

A calque of French pomme d'Adam.

[edit] Noun

Adam's apple (plural Adam's apples)

1. (anatomy) The lump in the throat, usually more noticeable in men than in women; the laryngeal prominence.

[edit] Synonyms

• laryngeal prominence

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