armpit

noun

arm·​pit ˈärm-ˌpit How to pronounce armpit (audio)
1
: the hollow beneath the junction of the arm and shoulder
2
: the least desirable place : pit
77th Street Station … was the armpit of detective dutyJoseph Wambaugh

Examples of armpit in a Sentence

a city described as the armpit of America
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Pretreat other areas that are prone to odor, such as the armpits where deodorant and musty smells build up. Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 2 Nov. 2024 Another surfer last December who was also surfing off an Indonesian island was speared in the armpit by a needle fish, and suffered a punctured lung but survived, the publication Surfer reported. Jeanine Santucci, USA TODAY, 24 Oct. 2024 Use the opposite hand to gently press your fingers in small circles across your entire breast area and armpit, applying various pressures, and gently squeeze the nipple to check for discharge. Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt, CNN, 20 Oct. 2024 This one goes on clear, leaving no white cast on your skin or clothes, and the cooling roll-on deodorant feels excellent on sensitive armpits. Sarah Madaus, Allure, 4 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for armpit 

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of armpit was in the 14th century

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“Armpit.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/armpit. Accessed 23 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

armpit

noun
arm·​pit ˈärm-ˌpit How to pronounce armpit (audio)
: the hollow beneath the spot where the arm and shoulder join

Medical Definition

armpit

noun
arm·​pit ˈärm-ˌpit How to pronounce armpit (audio)
: the hollow beneath the junction of the arm and shoulder : axilla
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