navel
/'neivəl/
Definition
- Noun:
- The central point or middle of something: A point considered to be the central or focal point of a place, area, or concept.
- The small, hollow scar on the abdomen where the umbilical cord was attached: The physical mark on the stomach left after the umbilical cord is cut at birth; also called the bellybutton.
Examples of Usage
- As the central point:
- As the bellybutton:
Advanced Usage
- "Navel-gazing": Excessive introspection or self-absorption.
- To be the navel of the world: To be considered the most important central point (often used metaphorically).
Variants and Related Words
- Umbilicus (noun): The technical, anatomical term for the navel.
- Bellybutton (noun): An informal synonym for navel.
- Omphalos (noun): A term of Greek origin meaning "navel," often used in historical or mythological contexts to denote a sacred central stone or point.
Synonyms
- Center: The middle point or part.
- Hub: The effective center of an activity, region, or network.
- Bellybutton: Informal synonym for the physical navel.
Related Phrases
- Navel orange: A type of orange with a navel-like formation at the top.
Related Idioms
- Contemplate one's navel: To engage in self-absorbed or useless introspection (similar to "navel-gazing").
Noun
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the center point or middle of something
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the Incas believed that Cuzco was the navel of the universe
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a scar where the umbilical cord was attached
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you were not supposed to show your navel on television
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they argued whether or not Adam had a navel
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she had a tattoo just above her bellybutton
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