naso-

American  

1. a combining form meaning “nose,” used in the formation of compound words.

   nasology.

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naso- British  

combining form

1. nose

   nasopharynx

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Usage

What does naso- mean? Naso- is a combining form used like a prefix meaning “nose.” It is used in some medical terms, especially in anatomy.Naso- comes from the Latin nāsus, meaning “nose.” Nasal, meaning “of or relating to the nose,” also comes from this Latin root. In fact, English’s own word nose is ultimately related to the Latin nāsus.The Greek word for “nose” is rhī́s, source of the combining form rhino- and rhin-, which you can learn more about at our Words That Use articles for the terms.

Etymology

Origin of naso-

< Latin nās ( us ) nose + -o-

Example Sentences

Isaacs believed Naso, a carer and support worker, was having an affair with a colleague, Victor Unachukwa, which he denied.

From BBC

Los socios contrataron a la firma mexicana de arquitectura Naso para reconstruir el edificio y eliminar años de renovaciones mal planeadas, despejar paredes y actualizar el mobiliario.

From New York Times

The partners hired the Mexican architecture firm Naso to remake the building, clearing out years of ill-considered renovations, opening up walls and updating furnishings.

From New York Times

There are seven different indigenous peoples of Panama - the Ngäbe, the Buglé, the Guna, the Emberá, the Wounaan, the Bribri, and the Naso Tjërdi.

From BBC

Her son, Lorenzo Naso, bought two tickets, worth €100 each, in December, sending one to his mother.

From The Guardian