VocabJLPT N2
armpit
Noun

Definitions

  1. 1. armpit
  2. 2. under one's arm
  3. 3. beside
  4. 4. aside
This noun refers to the side of the body under the arm, or more generally the area beside or alongside something. It can also mean the side of an object, and is used in phrases indicating something nearby or off to the side.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Where did you hurt yourself — your armpit is all red?

Sentence 2

I'll say this upfront: please stop tucking documents under your arm.

Sentence 3

When I grabbed the strap on the train, my armpit bumped into someone.

Sentence 4

If you lift your arm, you might get a little self-conscious about armpit odor.

Sentence 5

Come on, can you please stop tucking your lunch under your arm?