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| adenoid |
(usually plural) a mass of tissue that grows behind the nose in the upper part of the throat. When swollen, the adenoids can make breathing difficult. |
| antrum |
a cavity within a bone, such as the pair of sinuses in the upper jaw that open into the nose. |
| aquiline |
of a nose, curved like an eagle's beak. [1/2 definitions] |
| body part |
a part or section of the human body, such as the arm, chest, nose, neck, or knee. [1/2 definitions] |
| bottlenose |
any of various marine mammals with a bottle-shaped nose, esp. dolphins. |
| breath |
the air that goes into and out of the body through the nose or mouth. [1/2 definitions] |
| bridge1 |
the bony upper part of the human nose. [1/4 definitions] |
| cartilage |
a tough, white tissue that forms part of the skeleton of humans and other animals. Cartilage is not as stiff as bone. Cartilage is found in the ear, nose, and joints. |
| casque |
armor for the head, esp. a conical, medieval helmet with a nose guard. [1/2 definitions] |
| catarrh |
inflammation of mucous membranes in the nose and throat, accompanied by secretions and discharge. |
| cheek |
either side of the face between the nose and the ear. |
| cold |
a common sickness that often causes coughing and a runny nose. [1/4 definitions] |
| common cold |
a common sickness that causes sneezing, sore throat, coughing, and a stuffy nose; cold. |
| coyote |
a North American mammal that is closely related to dogs, foxes, and wolves. Coyotes have a pointed nose and ears and a bushy tail. They hunt small animals, and they also sometimes eat plants. |
| dog |
a furry animal with four legs, a pointed nose, and a tail. Their sharp teeth and claws are good for hunting small animals as food, but they also sometimes eat plant food. Dogs are mammals, closely related to coyotes, foxes, and wolves. There are many kinds or breeds of dogs, with a wide range of sizes and appearances. Some dogs are bred for special jobs, such as herding sheep. Dogs are often kept as pets. [1/2 definitions] |
| elephant |
a very large mammal with thick, gray skin and a very long nose. Elephants live in Africa and Asia. |
| eyeglass |
(plural) two lenses in a frame that rests on the nose and ears, worn to help a person see better; glasses. |
| face |
the part of the head containing the eyes, nose, and mouth. [1/3 definitions] |
| feature |
a part of the face such as the eyes, nose, or chin. [1/2 definitions] |
| fox |
a wild mammal that has a pointed nose, pointed ears, and a long, thick tail. |
| Grecian profile |
a facial profile in which the forehead and nose form an almost straight, unbroken line. |
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