ADAM APPLES Meaning and
Definition
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Adam's apples (plural noun) refers to the prominent protrusion or bulge in the front of the neck, specifically in males, which is caused by the forward projection of the larynx. More technically known as the thyroid cartilage, it is the largest cartilage that makes up the larynx and is positioned at the front of the neck at the level of the Adam's apple. The term is derived from the biblical story of Adam and Eve, wherein Eve is believed to have eaten the forbidden fruit, and a piece of it is believed to have stuck in Adam's throat, creating the noticeable lump.
Typically more prominent in males than in females, the Adam's apple is a result of hormonal differences in puberty. It serves as a structural feature for the voice box, providing protection for the vocal folds, and is involved in the production of sound during speech or singing.
Sometimes, the size or prominence of the Adam's apple can vary among individuals, influenced by factors such as genetics or hormonal imbalance. Occasionally, individuals undergo surgical procedures called chondrolaryngoplasty, also known as Adam's apple reduction, for cosmetic reasons or to achieve a more feminine appearance.
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Etymology of ADAM APPLES
The word "Adam's apple" refers to the prominent protrusion in the front of the neck, specifically in men. Its etymology can be traced back to a biblical story. According to the Book of Genesis in the Bible, Adam and Eve were said to have lived in the Garden of Eden, where they were forbidden to eat the fruit from the Tree of Knowledge. However, Eve was tempted by a serpent to eat the fruit and convinced Adam to do the same. As a consequence, their eyes were opened, and they realized they were naked. In many depictions of this event, a piece of fruit, often an apple, is shown in Adam's throat to symbolize the act of swallowing. Therefore, the term "Adam's apple" emerged as a way to describe the protrusion in the neck that resembled a piece of fruit metaphorically stuck there because of Adam's disobedience.
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