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nipple

nounmasculinegeneral usecommon/mɐˈmi.lu/ma·mi·lo

Definition

1

The small projection in the center of the breast where the milk ducts open.

Usage examples

“The baby latched onto the nipple correctly.”
“She applied cream to soothe the sore nipple.”

Synonyms

Common combinations

nipple of the breastinverted nipplenipple shield