Axil

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Axil

Axil (pronounced: /ˈæksɪl/) is a term used in anatomy and botany to refer to the angle or cleft between two parts or structures of an organism.

Etymology

The term 'axil' is derived from the Latin word 'axilla', which means 'armpit' or 'wing'. It was first used in English in the late 18th century.

Anatomy

In anatomy, the term 'axil' is used to refer to the armpit or the area on the human body directly under the joint where the arm connects to the shoulder. It is also used to describe similar structures in other animals.

Botany

In botany, the 'axil' is the angle between the upper side of a leaf or stem and the supporting stem or branch. A bud that develops in the axil is known as an 'axillary bud'.

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