areola

Example:The papilla on her tongue helped her distinguish between different flavors of food.

Definition:A small, raised point or projection, often occurring in groups. It can be found on the tongue, for example, where papillae help with the sense of taste.

Example:The locus of transformation of a widespread malaise into a concrete plan of action.

Definition:A fixed point or position. It can be used in a more abstract sense to denote a specific or focal point or an area defined by a particular quality or feature.