1. Plural of axilla; the armpits or the hollow areas under the arms where the arm joins the shoulder.
Usage: anatomical term; formal/medical

Examples

• The doctor examined the patient's axillas for signs of swollen lymph nodes.
• Sweat glands in the axillas are responsible for most body odor.
• The nurse cleaned the axillas before applying the medical dressing.
• Deodorant is typically applied to the axillas to prevent perspiration odor.
• The axillas are sensitive areas that require careful hygiene.