armpit
noun/ˈɑrmˌpɪt/
Frequency rank: #12,994 most common English word
Meaning
the hollow area under the shoulder joint where the arm meets the body.
Example sentence
She applied deodorant to her armpit before heading out.
Synonyms & related words
- underarm
- axilla
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