Definition

Noun: An opening of the nose; specifically, one of the two openings in the nose that lead to the nasal cavities, allowing air to flow through to the pharynx. It is the external or internal orifice of the nasal passage.

Usage

The word "naris" is a singular, technical term used primarily in medical, anatomical, and biological contexts. The plural form is nares. It refers to the physical opening itself.

Examples: * The doctor examined the patient's left naris for any signs of obstruction. * Air enters the respiratory system through the nares. * The function of the naris is to allow for the passage of air and to filter particles.

Advanced Usage

• External naris: The visible, anterior opening of the nasal cavity (the nostril).
• Internal naris (choana): The posterior opening of the nasal cavity that leads into the nasopharynx.
• The term is often used in the plural form "nares" to refer to both openings collectively, as in "patent nares" (open, unobstructed nostrils).

Variants and Related Words

• Nares (plural noun): The plural form of "naris."
• Nostril (noun): The common, non-technical term for the external opening of the nose. While often used interchangeably with "naris" in general contexts, "nostril" specifically refers to the external part.
• Choana (noun): The specific anatomical term for the internal naris.

Synonyms

• Nostril
• Nasal opening
• Nasal orifice

Notes

There are no specific idioms or phrasal verbs associated with this technical anatomical term.

Noun

1. any of the openings to the nasal cavities that allow air to flow through the cavities to the pharynx