subaxillar

/ˌsʌbækˈsɪlər/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to the area under the armpit

“The doctor examined the subaxillary lymph nodes.”

2. noun

the area under the armpit

“She applied the ointment to the subaxillary region.”

Synonyms

  • axillary
  • submammary

Antonyms

  • superficial