rhinology

[ rahy-nol-uh-jee ]

noun

1. the science dealing with the nose and its diseases.

rhinology

/ raɪˈnɒlədʒɪ; ˌraɪnəˈlɒdʒɪkəl /

noun

1. the branch of medical science concerned with the nose and its diseases

Derived Forms

• rhinological, adjective
• rhiˈnologist, noun

Other Words From

• rhi·no·log·ic [rahyn-l-, oj, -ik], rhino·logi·cal adjective
• rhi·nolo·gist noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of rhinology¹

First recorded in 1830–40; rhino- + -logy

Example Sentences

Both groups improved, but there was no difference between the two groups, the researchers reported July 21 in the American Journal of Rhinology & Allergy.

From Science News

The field of operation in rhinology can never be rendered completely sterile, and in many cases is particularly septic.

From Project Gutenberg

With the advances made by rhinology the necessity for intervention through the face has become more infrequent.

From Project Gutenberg