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areola

noun

Pronunciation: /əˈriːələ/

A small, circular, pigmented area, especially the ring of colored skin surrounding the nipple.

The areola typically darkens during pregnancy due to hormonal changes.
Skin conditions can sometimes cause irritation or changes in the appearance of the areola.
The size and shape of the areola vary significantly from person to person.

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