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areole

Syllabification: (ar·e·ole)
Pronunciation: /ˈe(ə)rēˌōl/
Definition of areole

noun

Biology
  • an areola, especially a small area bearing spines or hairs on a cactus.

Origin:

mid 19th century: from French aréole, from Latin (see areola)

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