nipple (B1)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈnɪp.əl/
Definition
The small, sensitive projection on the surface of the breast, from which milk is drawn.
Examples
The baby's mouth closed around the nipple.
She felt a sharp pain in her nipple.
The baby was having trouble with the bottle nipple.
How to Use nipple
- nipple shield (collocation)
- A protective cover worn over the nipple. — "She used a nipple shield to help with breastfeeding."
- nipple cream (collocation)
- A cream used to soothe sore nipples. — "Applying nipple cream can relieve discomfort during breastfeeding."
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