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areola Anatomy any small circular area, such as the pigmented ring around the human nipple or the inflamed area surrounding a pimple areola [ə′rē·ə·lə] (anatomy) The portion of the iris bordering the pupil of the eye. A pigmented ring surrounding a nipple, vesicle, or pustule. A small space, interval, or pore in a tissue. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| What seemed best was an asymmetrical latch, the baby's mouth covering the lower part of the areola more than the upper. From weeks 10 through 15 of gestation, formation of secondary buds, the nipple, and the areola occurs. One areola and nipple had been inserted into the victim's vagina and was recovered. |
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