Definition of CORYZA

coryza

Meanings

Plural: coryzae, coryzas, coryzæ

Noun

  • an inflammation of the mucous membrane lining the nose (usually associated with nasal discharge)
  • Inflammation of the mucous membranes lining the nasal cavity, usually causing a running nose, nasal congestion and loss of smell.
  • Rhinitis or rhinosinusitis; cold or coldlike illness; common cold.

Origin / Etymology

Borrowed from Latin corȳza, from Ancient Greek κόρυζα (kóruza, “nasal mucus”).

Synonyms

catarrh, rhinitis

Scrabble Score: 20

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Words With Friends Score: 20

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