basinasal

/bæsɪˈnæsəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or situated near the base of a structure, especially of the nasal passages.

“The basinasal area of the skull is a crucial region for surgeons to navigate during operations.”

2. noun

The basinasal region of the nasal passages.

“The basinasal area is a common site for sinus infections to develop.”

3. noun

A condition or disease affecting the basinasal region of the nasal passages.

“The patient was diagnosed with a severe case of basinasal sinusitis.”

Synonyms

  • nasal
  • sinusal

Antonyms

  • distal
  • distant