Nasal

/ˈneɪ.zəl/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A nasal consonant or vowel sound.

In phonetics, 'm' is classified as a nasal.

adjective

Relating to the nose.

The patient showed nasal congestion and difficulty breathing through his nose.

Having a quality of sound that resonates through the nose.

The singer had a nasal tone that made her voice distinct.

Of or relating to the nasal cavity.

The doctor examined the nasal passages for any signs of infection.

From Latin nasal, from nasus meaning 'nose'.

nasal spray

A medication delivered through the nasal passages.

nasal congestion

Blockage of the nasal passages, often due to mucus buildup.

nasal tone

A sound quality characterized by resonance in the nose.

nose

The external part of the face used for breathing and smelling.

sinus

A cavity within a bone, especially in the skull, that is connected with the nasal cavities.

rhinology

The branch of medicine that deals with disorders of the nose.

Nasal voice

He speaks with a nasal voice that can be quite annoying.

Nasal thinking

Stop with the nasal thinking and be more open-minded.