armpit — the hollow area under the arm where it joins the shoulder
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the hollow area under the arm where it joins the shoulder
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈɑːrmpɪt/
Example Sentences
- The monkey scratched its armpit thoughtfully, as if contemplating the meaning of life.
- His armpit was sore after getting a vaccination shot there.
- The comedian joked that his armpit was the only place where he could grow hair successfully.
armpit
NOUN[/ˈɑːrmpɪt/]
the hollow area under the arm where it joins the shoulder
a young athlete reaches up to grab a fresh shirt from the top shelf of his locker. His arm is fully extended upward, clearly revealing the hollow area where his arm connects to his shoulder. A friend nearby notices visible sweat marks and wrinkles his nose while pointing toward that specific body area. The friend offers a stick of deodorant with a helpful smile. Other gym-goers in the background are getting dressed and preparing for their workouts. the hollow area under the arm where it joins the shoulder
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Armpit is a compound word formed in Old English from arm and pit, literally describing the hollow depression beneath the arm. The term reflects a straightforward, intuitive description of this anatomical feature based on its physical characteristics.
Breakdown
arm (limb) + pit (hollow depression or cavity). The compound merges the noun for the upper limb with pit meaning a sunken or indented area.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The monkey scratched its armpit thoughtfully, as if contemplating the meaning of life.”
“His armpit was sore after getting a vaccination shot there.”
“The comedian joked that his armpit was the only place where he could grow hair successfully.”
“She felt embarrassed about the sweat stains under her armpit area.”
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