postnasal drip

American  

noun

1. a trickling of mucus onto the pharyngeal surface from the posterior portion of the nasal cavity, usually caused by a cold or allergy.

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postnasal drip British  

/ pəʊstˈneɪzəl /

noun

1. med a mucus secretion from the rear part of the nasal cavity into the nasopharynx, usually as the result of a cold or an allergy

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Etymology

Origin of postnasal drip

First recorded in 1945–50

Example Sentences

This can also help relieve coughing and sore throat symptoms that are often triggered, at least in part, by accumulated excess mucus draining back into your throat, creating a condition called postnasal drip.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 26, 2022

Maris Jahnke knows why she often wakes up with a sore throat and some postnasal drip.

From Washington Post • Nov. 29, 2021

Reflux can also affect the respiratory tract, resulting in hoarseness, wheezing, postnasal drip, cough or asthma.

From New York Times • Aug. 23, 2021

One question needed no translation, having accompanied the Japanese sensation like a stubborn postnasal drip since his Masters victory in April: Does he feel any pressure?

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 29, 2021

Froum suggests using one to moisturize your nasal passage, while clearing away postnasal drip that may be increasing the amount of bacteria in your mouth.

From Slate • Jul. 6, 2018