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Axil (Noun)

Meaning

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

Classification

Nouns denoting plants.

Examples

  • The leaf axil of the stem was a favorite spot for the gardener to trim back the plant to encourage new growth.
  • In the diagram of the plant anatomy, the axil was clearly labeled to distinguish it from the other structural features.
  • When pruning the rose bush, be sure to cut just above a node, taking care not to damage the delicate tissue in the axil.
  • The axil of the cottonwood tree was visible even from a distance, where the branch met the trunk.
  • During the biology lab, the instructor pointed out the axil of the leaf stalk, where it was attached to the main stem of the plant.

Related Words

  • Axillary (adjective)
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