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navel

/ˈneɪ.vəl/

navelnoun

navels

/ˈneɪ.vəl/

Translations

The navel is located in the center of the abdomen.

Пупок находится в центре живота.

Definitions

A small, central scar on the abdomen marking the spot where the umbilical cord was attached in the womb; commonly known as the belly button.

She wore a crop top that revealed her navel.

The central point or middle of something, often used metaphorically.

The city is considered the navel of the country's cultural scene.

A small central depression or secondary embryonic fruit on the blossom end of certain citrus fruits, especially oranges.

The characteristic navel at the base of the orange makes it easy to identify the variety.

Synonyms

belly button

naveladjective

/ˈneɪ.vəl/

Used attributively before nouns, e.g., "navel orange", to denote resemblance to a navel

Definitions

Relating to or resembling a navel; having a navel-like formation, especially of a variety of orange.

Navel oranges are prized for their easy-to-peel skin.

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