The Open Dictionary

Adam's apple

名詞

UK/ˌæd.əmz ˈæp.ᵊl/
US/ˌæd.əmz ˈæp.ᵊl/

定義 Adam's apple 名詞

  1. Countable

    a noticeable protrusion at the front of the neck, formed by the thyroid cartilage, which is especially prominent in males and moves when a person speaks or swallows

    • His Adam's apple moved up and down as he swallowed.

    • His Adam's apple was clearly visible as he spoke.

    • During puberty, many males' Adam's apples become more prominent.