septal

/ˈsɛptəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

Relating to or affecting the septum (a wall of tissue in the body, especially the nasal septum)

“The septal defect in her heart required immediate surgery.”

2. noun

A wall of tissue in the body, especially the nasal septum

“The septal cartilage in her nose was damaged.”

Synonyms

  • nasal
  • partitional

Antonyms

  • nasopharyngeal
  • unseptal