axillary Definition
- 1relating to the armpit
- 2of or relating to the axil
Using axillary: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "axillary" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The axillary lymph nodes are located in the armpit.
Example
The axillary bud is located in the angle between the stem and branch.
Origins of axillary
from Latin 'axilla', meaning 'armpit'
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Summary: axillary in Brief
'Axillary' [ˈæksɪləri] is an adjective that refers to things related to the armpit or the axil. It is commonly used in medical contexts, such as 'The axillary lymph nodes are located in the armpit.'
