Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
nipple
noun
/ˈnɪp.əl/
Definition
The small, projecting structure on the surface of the breast through which milk is delivered.
Examples
- She gently placed the baby at her breast to help him latch onto the nipple.
- During the feeding session, the nipple worked perfectly for the milk flow.
- Some individuals may have piercings in their nipples for aesthetic reasons.
Meaning
In humans and many mammals, it is a small protrusion on the breast that serves as the outlet for milk in females and has sensory functions in both genders.
Synonyms
- Teat
- Papilla
- Areola (when referring to the area around the nipple)
