Areole is a term that is commonly used in the field of botany to refer to a small space or area that is surrounded by distinct regions. This term can also be known as a gland or a pore. In the context of the human body, it is often used to describe the darker area surrounding the nipple. Synonyms for the term areole include the words pore, gland, patch, space and spot. While these words may not have the exact same meaning as areole, they can still fit within the broader context depending on the specific usage.