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nipple - What does it mean?

Definition of 'nipple'

English

(wikipedia)

Alternative forms

* (l), (l) (obsolete)

Noun

(en-noun)
  • (anatomy) The projection of a mammary gland from which, on female mammals, milk is secreted.
  • An artificial nipple (definition 1 ) used for bottle-feeding infants.
  • A mechanical device through which liquids can be passed in a regulated manner.
  • A short tube threaded at both ends, used as a connector.
  • Turn the nipples on to the bicycle spokes only one turn, for each spoke on the new wheel all the way around until they are all snug, then check alignment.
  • Any small physical protrusion, such as the lumps on the F and J keys on American keyboards.
  • Any small physical protrusion on an automotive, a machine part or any other part that fits into a groove on another part.
  • Synonyms

    * See also * (sense) teat * (mammary gland) tit

    Derived terms

    * grease nipple * slippery nipple

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