Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
axilla
Noun
/ˈæksɪlə/
Definition
The armpit; the area underneath the joint where the arm connects to the shoulder.
Examples
- The doctor examined the patient’s axilla for any signs of swelling.
- During the anatomy class, we learned about the structure of the axilla.
- Hair often grows in the axilla as part of normal human anatomy.
Meaning
The axilla is the region of the body located underneath the shoulder joint where the arm meets the torso. It contains important nerves, blood vessels, and lymph nodes.
Synonyms
- Armpit
- Underarm
- Axillary region
