Areola

Pronunciation: /əˈriːələ/

Definitions of areola

noun a small circular area, such as that around the nipple or a pimple

Example Sentences

A1 The nurse explained that the areola is the darker area around the nipple.

A2 During pregnancy, the areola may become larger and darker in color.

B1 It is important to perform regular self-examinations of the breast, including the areola.

B2 Changes in the size or texture of the areola can sometimes indicate a health issue.

C1 The areola contains Montgomery glands, which secrete oil to keep the nipple lubricated.

C2 In some cultures, the size and shape of the areola are considered to be symbols of fertility and beauty.

Examples of areola in a Sentence

formal The areola is the darker area of skin surrounding the nipple on the breast.

informal I learned that the areola is a normal part of the breast during puberty.

slang Some people get tattoos around their areolas for cosmetic reasons.

figurative The areola of the sun peeked over the horizon as the day began.

Grammatical Forms of areola

• plural: areolas
• comparative: more areolar
• superlative: most areolar
• present tense: areola
• future tense: will be areola
• perfect tense: have been areola
• continuous tense: are being areola
• singular: areola
• positive degree: areola
• infinitive: to be areola
• gerund: areolaing
• participle: areolaed

Origin and Evolution of areola

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'areola' comes from the Latin word 'areola' meaning small open space or courtyard.

Evolution of the word: Originally used in anatomy to refer to the small circular area around the nipple, the term 'areola' has evolved to also describe a similar circular area in other contexts such as botany and astronomy.