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nipple noun

  /ˈnɪ.p(ə)l/
  • (anatomy) The projection of a mammary gland from which, on female therian mammals, milk is secreted. [from 16th c.]
Brustwarze, Nippel
  • (plumbing, chiefly, US) A short tube threaded at both ends, used as a connector. [from 19th c.]
Nippel, Stutzen, Verbindungsstück
  • Any small physical protrusion on an automotive, a machine part or any other part that fits into a groove on another part.
Nippel
  • (cycling) An internally threaded piece which holds a bicycle spoke in place on the rim. [from 20th c.]
Nippel, Speichennippel
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