Definition of Axil

1. Noun. The upper angle between an axis and an offshoot such as a branch or leafstalk.

Generic synonyms: Angle
Derivative terms: Axillary

Definition of Axil

1. n. The angle or point of divergence between the upper side of a branch, leaf, or petiole, and the stem or branch from which it springs.

Definition of Axil

1. Noun. (botany) The angle or point of divergence between the upper side of a branch, leaf, or petiole, and the stem or branch from which it springs. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Axil

1. the angle between the upper side of a leaf and its supporting stem [n -S]

Medical Definition of Axil

1. The upper angle formed by a leaf or branch and the axis bearing it (main stem). (02 Jan 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Axil

axial section
axial skeleton
axial view
axial walls of the pulp chambers
axialite
axialites
axialities
axiality
axially
axicon
axicons
axifugal
axigluon
axigluons
axil (current term)
axile
axile placentation
axilla
axilla thermometer
axillae
axillar
axillaries
axillars
axillary
axillary anaesthesia
axillary arch
axillary arch muscle
axillary artery
axillary cavity

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