Bellybutton: meaning, definitions and examples

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bellybutton

 

[ หˆbษ›liหŒbสŒtษ™n ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

body part

The bellybutton, also known as the navel, is a small, central scar on the abdomen that marks the spot where the umbilical cord was attached to a fetus before birth. It is typically located in the middle of the torso and can vary in shape and appearance. The bellybutton can be classified as an 'innie' or 'outie', depending on how it protrudes from the abdominal wall. While it serves no biological purpose in adults, it is often a significant feature of the human body in terms of aesthetics. Some cultures may have special beliefs or practices associated with the bellybutton.

Synonyms

navel, stomach button

Examples of usage

  • She has a pretty bellybutton.
  • The babyโ€™s bellybutton needs to be cleaned gently.
  • He pierced his bellybutton last summer.

Translations

Translations of the word "bellybutton" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น umbigo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคจเคพเคญเคฟ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Bauchknopf

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ pusar

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟัƒะฟะพะบ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ pฤ™pek

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใธใ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท nombril

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ ombligo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท gรถbek

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ฐฐ๊ผฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุณูุฑู‘ูŽุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ pupek

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ pupek

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่‚š่„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ popka

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ nabbinn

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›าฑั€ั‚

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ‘แƒฃแƒชแƒ˜แƒ™แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ bรผtรผn

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ ombligo

Etymology

The term 'bellybutton' is a compound word formed from 'belly', which comes from the Old English 'bylly', and 'button', which originates from the Latin 'butto', meaning 'to push' or 'stem'. The word 'belly' has been used in various forms since the 14th century to describe the stomach or abdomen. The 'button' aspect represents a small, rounded protrusion, likening the navel to a button on a garment. Historically, the bellybutton has been a focal point of human anatomy since ancient times, symbolizing the connection between a mother and child, and has been referenced in various cultural traditions and rituals. As medical science progressed, the understanding of the bellybutton evolved from a mere scar to a significant point of discussion in anatomy and health.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #41,094, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.