anterior nares (C1)
noun phrase
Pronunciation: ænˈtɪriər ˈnɛəriz
Definition
The two external openings of the nasal cavity, commonly known as the nostrils, which serve as the entry point for air into the respiratory system.
Examples
The nurse used a swab to collect a sample from the patient's anterior nares for a rapid COVID-19 test.
Dust and pollen can easily enter the anterior nares, sometimes causing allergic reactions.
How to Use anterior nares
- examine the anterior nares (collocation)
- to inspect the external nasal openings — "The doctor will examine the anterior nares for any signs of inflammation."
- swab the anterior nares (collocation)
- to take a sample from the external nasal openings using a swab — "For the test, you need to swab the anterior nares of both nostrils."
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