Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Showing results for axilla. Search instead for babilla.
Definitions

axilla

[ak-sil-uh] / ækˈsɪl ə /
NOUN
armpit
Synonyms
WEAK


Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Ventrolateral glands noticeably thickened, extending from axilla nearly to groin and only narrowly separated medially on chest.

From Descriptions of Two Species of Frogs, Genus Ptychohyla Studies of American Hylid Frogs, V by Duellman, William E.

The whole right arm, but principally the axilla, feels as if it had been dislocated by a blow.

From New, Old, and Forgotten Remedies: Papers by Many Writers by Anshutz, Edward Pollock

The axilla, groin, anterior and posterior surfaces of the thighs, ventral surfaces of the hind limbs, and webbing on the hands and feet were tomato red.

From Descriptions of New Hylid Frogs From Mexico and Central America by Duellman, William E.

In this country it is generally introduced into the axilla, and less frequently into the mouth, for the purpose of making an observation.

From A System of Practical Medicine by American Authors, Vol. I Volume 1: Pathology and General Diseases by Various

In most cases the heat in the axilla exceeds 103°, and may even mount up to 105°.

From A System of Practical Medicine by American Authors, Vol. I Volume 1: Pathology and General Diseases by Various




Vocabulary.com logo
by dictionary.com

Look it up. Learn it forever.

Remember "axilla" for good with VocabTrainer. Expand your vocabulary effortlessly with personalized learning tools that adapt to your goals.

Take me to Vocabulary.com