Definition, Meaning, Synonyms & Anagrams | English word NIPPLE
NIPPLE
Definitions of NIPPLE
- Any small physical protrusion, such as the lumps on the F and J keys on computer keyboards.
- Any small physical protrusion on an automotive, a machine part or any other part that fits into a groove on another part.
- (anatomy) The projection of a mammary gland from which, on female mammals, milk is secreted. [from 16th c.]
- A mechanical device through which liquids or gases can be passed in a regulated manner. [from 16th c.]
- An artificial nipple (definition 1) used for bottle-feeding infants. [from 17th c.]
- (now, chiefly, historical) A perforated segment that fits into part of the breech of a muzzle-loading gun, on which the percussion cap is fixed. [from 19th c.]
- (plumbing, chiefly, US) A short tube threaded at both ends, used as a connector. [from 19th c.]
- (cycling) An internally threaded piece which holds a bicycle spoke in place on the rim. [from 20th c.]
- (computing, humorous) A pointing stick.
- (transitive) To fit (a baby's bottle, etc.) with a nipple.
- (transitive) To give one's nipple to (a baby) to allow breastfeeding.
Number of letters
6
Is palindrome
No
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