axillary line

an·te·ri·or ax·il·lar·y line

[TA] a vertical line extending inferiorly from the anterior axillary fold. Synonym(s): linea axillaris anterior [TA], linea preaxillaris, preaxillary line

axillary line

A tissue landmark which extends causally from the axilla, under which lies mammary tissue.

axillary line

Physical exam A tissue landmark which extends southward from the axilla, under which lies mammary tissue. See Breast.