The term axillary means :
A) harmful to an organism.
B) helpful to an organism.
C) pertaining to structures associated with the skin.
D) pertaining to the armpit.

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The term "axillary" is derived from the Latin word "axilla" which means armpit, hence "pertaining to the armpit" is the correct choice. Choice A is incorrect as the term axillary does not indicate anything about being harmful or beneficial. Choice B and C are also not correct because although axillary structures (such as lymph nodes) can be helpful or associated with the skin, the term specifically refers to the armpit.

The Term Axillary Means