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

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

Naso, an analyst for the European Union’s securities markets regulator, lives in Paris but has been staying with his mother in Italy during the coronavirus lockdown.

From The Guardian

Naso said he had not realised it was taking place on Wednesday and was not watching the live broadcast.

From The Guardian

Trabuco Hills 14, Paramount 5: Marcus Weinzimer had a grand slam and Jake Naso went three for three.

From Los Angeles Times