Navel: meaning, definitions and examples
๐ถ
navel
[ หneษช.vษl ]
body part
The navel, also known as the belly button, is the small indentation or protrusion in the center of the abdomen. It is the remnant of the umbilical cord that connected a fetus to its mother during pregnancy. After birth, this area often heals and forms a scar.
Synonyms
belly button, navel cavity, umbilicus
Examples of usage
- She has a cute navel.
- He looked at his navel in the mirror.
- The doctor examined the navel for any signs of infection.
Translations
Translations of the word "navel" in other languages:
๐ต๐น umbigo
๐ฎ๐ณ เคจเคพเคญเคฟ
๐ฉ๐ช Bauchnabel
๐ฎ๐ฉ pusar
๐บ๐ฆ ะฟัะฟะพะบ
๐ต๐ฑ pฤpek
๐ฏ๐ต ใธใ
๐ซ๐ท nombril
๐ช๐ธ ombligo
๐น๐ท gรถbek
๐ฐ๐ท ๋ฐฐ๊ผฝ
๐ธ๐ฆ ุณูุฑูุฉ ุงูุจุทู
๐จ๐ฟ pupek
๐ธ๐ฐ pupok
๐จ๐ณ ่่
๐ธ๐ฎ popka
๐ฎ๐ธ nafl
๐ฐ๐ฟ าาฑัั
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ qarn
๐ฒ๐ฝ ombligo
Etymology
The word 'navel' originates from the Old English word 'nafela', which means 'navel' or 'umbilicus'. This term has Germanic roots, with cognates in various languages, including Dutch 'navel' and German 'Nabel'. The word has been used in the English language since around the 12th century, reflecting a longstanding interest in human anatomy and the significance of the umbilicus in representing the connection between mother and child. Throughout history, the navel has held various cultural significances, symbolizing life, sustenance, and even spirituality in different societies.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #18,792, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.
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- 18789 clamour
- 18790 harmonization
- 18791 resentful
- 18792 navel
- 18793 pensioner
- 18794 crankshaft
- 18795 hunched
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