1. the small hollow or raised mark on the abdomen where the umbilical cord was attached before birth
2. the central point or middle of something
Usage: figurative

Examples

• The baby’s navel healed completely within a few weeks.
• She wore a crop top that showed her navel.
• The doctor examined the newborn’s navel for signs of infection.
• Ancient Greeks considered Delphi the navel of the world.
• The city became the navel of trade in the region.
• He got a small tattoo near his navel.