This is the 9039th most frequent Portuguese word.
axila
Armpit.
In this sentence, 'axila' refers to the anatomical area of the underarm where deodorant is commonly applied.
Ela passou desodorante na axila antes de sair.
She applied deodorant to her underarm before leaving.
Here, 'axila' is used in a medical or professional context describing a part of the body being examined.
O médico pediu para levantar o braço para examinar a axila.
The doctor asked to raise the arm to examine the armpit.
In this usage, 'axila' describes the location affected by itching.