root of nose
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Related to root of nose: apex of nose, dorsum of nose
root of nose
[TA]the upper least protruding portion of the external nose situated between the two orbits.
Synonym(s): radix nasi [TA]
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root of nose
The top of the nose where it meets and makes an angle with the base of the forehead between the eyes.
See also: root
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