nipple

n. the small, dark part in the centre of the breast.

n. the small projection of a mammary gland from which milk is secreted in females.

“The baby had trouble latching onto the nipple during the first few days of breastfeeding.”

“The surgeon explained that the procedure would involve a small incision around the edge of the nipple to minimise visible scarring.”

n. the rubber or silicone part on a baby's bottle that the baby sucks on.

n. an artificial teat used for bottle-feeding infants, typically made of silicone or latex.

“You should check the nipple on the bottle to make sure the milk flows at the right speed.”

“The paediatrician recommended switching to a slower-flow nipple to prevent the infant from swallowing too much air during feedings.”

n. a small metal part that connects pipes or allows liquid to pass through.

n. a short pipe or connection piece, often threaded at both ends, used in plumbing or mechanical engineering.

“The mechanic tightened the grease nipple to ensure the joint was properly lubricated.”

“The plumber replaced the rusted hexagonal nipple to restore the connection between the main valve and the secondary pipe.”

Technical

n. a small button in the middle of some laptop keyboards used to move the mouse.

n. an informal term for a pointing stick or isometric joystick located between the keys of a laptop keyboard.

“He prefers using the keyboard nipple over the touchpad when he is coding.”

“While most modern laptops rely on large glass trackpads, some professional models still feature the classic red nipple for precise cursor control.”

Informal · Humorous

v. to give a baby a nipple to suck on or to put a nipple on a bottle.

v. to fit a container with a teat or to offer the breast to an infant for feeding.

“The nurse showed the new mother how to nipple the bottle correctly.”

“The laboratory protocol required the technician to nipple each feeding unit before placing them in the sterile enclosure.”

Technical · Formal