Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
nasal
adjective
/ˈneɪ.zəl/
Definition
Relating to the nose.
Examples
- She spoke in a nasal voice that echoed through the hall.
- Some allergies can cause nasal congestion, making it hard to breathe.
- In linguistics, nasal sounds are produced with airflow through the nose.
Meaning
The term nasal can refer to anything that is connected with, or located in, the nose. It often describes sounds made through the nose, especially in phonetics or when discussing certain medical conditions.
Synonyms
- nasalized
- sinus
- rhinal
