nipple

/ˈnɪ.p(ə)l/noun
Middle School
1

The projection of a mammary gland from which, on female therian mammals, milk is secreted.

2

The nipple (definition 1) and the areola together.

3

A mechanical device through which liquids or gases can be passed in a regulated manner.

4

An artificial nipple (definition 1) used for bottle-feeding infants.

5

Any small physical protrusion, such as the lumps on the F and J keys on computer keyboards.

6

Any small physical protrusion on an automotive, a machine part or any other part that fits into a groove on another part.

7

A perforated segment that fits into part of the breech of a muzzle-loading gun, on which the percussion cap is fixed.

8

A short tube threaded at both ends, used as a connector.

9

An internally threaded piece which holds a bicycle spoke in place on the rim.

10

A pointing stick.

Sound Patterns & Rhymes

Rhymes

Words that share the same ending sound pattern

Alliteration

Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)

Assonance

Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing

Consonance

Words sharing similar consonant sound patterns — adds texture and cohesion to writing