Axilla vs. Axillae — What's the Difference?
Difference Between Axilla and Axillae
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Definitions
Axilla
The axilla (also, armpit, underarm or oxter) is the area on the human body directly under the joint where the arm connects to the shoulder. It also contains many sweat glands.
Axillae
The armpit.
Axilla
An armpit, or the corresponding part in a bird or other animal.
Axillae
A body part analogous to the armpit, such as the hollow under a bird's wing.
Axilla
An axil.
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Axillae
Plural of axilla
Axilla
The armpit.
Axilla
A body part analogous to the armpit, such as the hollow under a bird's wing.
Axilla
The armpit, or the cavity beneath the junction of the arm and shoulder.
Axilla
Alternative form of axil
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Axilla
The armpit, or the cavity beneath the junction of the arm and shoulder.
Axilla
An axil.
Axilla
The hollow under the arm where it is joined to the shoulder;
They were up to their armpits in water