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Definition of nippleless
nippleless
/ˈnɪp.əl.ləs/
nip · ple · less
nippleless Lexical Profile
CEFR
C1
Grade
9
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
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1
Designed without a rubber or silicone nipple, often referring to drinking cups or feeding devices for infants and toddlers.
Example
"The pediatric dentist recommended transitioning the toddler to a nippleless cup to encourage proper oral and muscular development."
2
Lacking a nipple or nipples, typically referring to anatomy following surgery, injury, or a congenital condition.
Example
"Following her bilateral mastectomy, the patient opted for a nippleless breast reconstruction."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Formed in English by combining the noun 'nipple' (dating to the 1530s, likely a diminutive of 'neb' meaning beak or snout) with the Old English suffix '-less' meaning 'without'.
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Nippleless. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 12, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/nippleless