nasal meaning and definition

NASAL noun

Definition of nasal (noun)

1. a consonant produced through the nose with the mouth closed
   • synonyms: nasal consonant
2. an elongated rectangular bone that forms the bridge of the nose
   • synonyms: nasal bone, os nasale

NASAL adjective

Definition of nasal (adjective)

1. of or in or relating to the nose
   • "nasal passages"
   • synonyms: rhinal
2. sounding as if the nose were pinched
   • "a whining nasal voice"
   • synonyms: adenoidal, pinched