Papilla

Pronunciation: /pæˈpɪllə/

Papilla (noun)

  1. A small raised part on the tongue that helps with tasting and feeling.
  2. A small, nipple-like projection on a surface of skin or an organ.
  3. A small raised area in the eye or on its surface, seen in medical descriptions.

Examples

  • A papilla on the tongue helps with tasting.
  • The tongue has papillae that support taste.