omphalos

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

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Definition

  1. noun a scar where the umbilical cord was attached

Etymology

From Ancient Greek ὀμφαλός (omphalós, “navel”). Doublet of navel.

In classic literature

Synonyms

navel, umbilicus, bellybutton, belly button, omphalus

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