armpit
3 synonyms and 0 antonyms for armpit, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The hollow under the shoulder where the arm joins the body.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use armpit
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
The "unpleasant place" sense is informal and often a bit rude about the place in question.
Etymology
A straightforward compound of "arm" and "pit", going back to Middle English.
Full origin of armpit →Frequently asked questions
What does “armpit” mean?
The word “armpit” means the hollow under the shoulder where the arm joins the body. In plain terms, the area under your arm — or, informally, a way of calling a place grim and unpleasant.
How do you pronounce “armpit”?
“Armpit” is pronounced AHRM-piht (/ˈɑɹmˌpɪt/ in IPA).
How do you use “armpit” in a sentence?
Here is “armpit” used in a sentence: “He dabbed deodorant under each armpit before heading out.”
What part of speech is “armpit”?
“Armpit” is a noun.
Where does the word “armpit” come from?
The word “armpit” comes from Middle English. A straightforward compound of "arm" and "pit", going back to Middle English.
How many meanings does “armpit” have?
“Armpit” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the hollow under the shoulder where the arm joins the body.