Ascella

/əˈsɛlə/ noun

Definition

The armpit or axilla; the hollow area under the arm where it joins the shoulder.

Etymology

From Latin 'ascella,' a diminutive form related to 'axilla,' both referring to the armpit. This Latin term comes from the structure's anatomical position and function.

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Your armpits are packed with about 20 lymph nodes and sweat glands—in fact, you have more sweat glands in your armpits per square inch than anywhere else on your body!

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