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nipple

Pronunciation: [ˈnɪpəl]

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Learn how to use nipple in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “anatomy”

(noun) the small, pointed part on the surface of a breast. It's where milk comes out when a mother feeds her baby. Both boys and girls have nipples, but they are usually more noticeable on girls.

Example

The baby happily drank milk from its mother's nipple.

Example

He didn't find any difference between the sizes of his and his sister's nipples.

Example

Why do babies need to suck on their mother's nipple to eat?

Context: “objects”

(noun) a small pointed part found on some containers like bottles. It's where liquid comes out when you squeeze the bottle. Think about a sports water bottle that has a spot to drink from.

Example

She pressed the nipple of the water bottle to drink.

Example

The nipple on the baby bottle was broken, so it couldn't be used.

Example

Can you show me how to clean the nipple of your bottle?

How to pronounce nipple

Pronunciation: [ˈnɪpəl]

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