/ˈnæv.əl/ (NAV-əl)

Definitions

1. noun

the depression or slight protuberance at the top of the abdomen, marking the point where the umbilical cord was attached in the fetus

“She gently touched the navel of her newborn baby.”

2. noun

a central or focal point, especially of a particular activity or interest

“The concert was the navel of the music festival.”

3. verb

to pierce or mark with a point or a small hole, typically for ornament or decoration

“The artisan carefully navelled the leather belt.”