areolae

/ɑriˈoʊli, ɑrɪˈoʊli/

Definitions

1. noun

Small, circular areas on the surface of the skin, particularly around the nipple of the breast.

“The areolae around her nipple were darkened due to pregnancy.”

Synonyms

  • areola
  • nipple ring

Antonyms

  • macula