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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

areola

/ˌɛrɪˈoʊlə/ noun · British & US
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What does areola mean?

noun

The area of skin around the nipple of a breast, or a circular area of color on a flower or fruit. In anatomy, the areola is the pigmented area surrounding the nipple of the breast.

Example

"The areola of the flower was a vibrant yellow, contrasting with the surrounding petals."

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