Axilla

Pronunciation:/ækˈsɪl.ə/
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Quick Translations

  • 腋窝
  • 腋
  • 腋部

Definitions

noun

Definition

The armpit area of the human body, located under the junction of the arm and the shoulder.

In ZH

人体的腋窝区域，位于手臂和肩膀的交汇处。

Examples

  • After my workout, my axilla smelled like a cheese factory explosion, and I had to apologize to everyone in the elevator!
  • In a world where superheroes exist, I'm still waiting for the one who can control the sweat from their axilla during a tense social gathering.
  • When the doctor said I should check my axilla for lumps, I thought he meant to find my lost snacks!

Cultural Notes

The term 'axilla' is often used in medical contexts, and while people commonly refer to it as the 'armpit', using the term 'axilla' can sound more formal or scientific. In many cultures, the axilla is also a common area of concern for personal grooming.