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postnasal drip
noun
post·na·sal drip
ˈpōst-ˌnā-zəl-
: flow of mucous secretion from the posterior part of the nasal cavity onto the wall of the pharynx occurring usually as a chronic accompaniment of an allergic state
Examples of postnasal drip in a Sentence
Recent Examples on the Web
Breathing in air pollution can cause inflammation in your nasal and sinus tissues along with postnasal drip.
—Jenny Sweigard, Verywell Health, 1 July 2024
Your child's cough may be caused by postnasal drip and a saline solution can provide quick natural relief.
—Jeannette Moninger, Parents, 11 June 2024
Medicines: Cough medicine, such as Mucinex (guaifenesin), and decongestants help get rid of a runny or stuffy nose and postnasal drip.
—Amanda MacMillan, Health, 3 May 2024
Within the first year, every family member had allergy-like flareups, including congestion and postnasal drip.
—Rebecca San Juan, Miami Herald, 10 Apr. 2024
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Word History
First Known Use
circa 1949, in the meaning defined above
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The first known use of postnasal drip was
circa 1949
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“Postnasal drip.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/postnasal%20drip. Accessed 5 Nov. 2024.
Kids Definition
postnasal drip
noun
post·na·sal drip
ˈpōst-ˌnā-zəl
: a flow of mucus from the passages of the nose onto the back of the throat that occurs especially as a result of allergies
Medical Definition
postnasal drip
noun
: flow of mucous secretion from the posterior part of the nasal cavity onto the wall of the pharynx occurring usually as a chronic accompaniment of an allergic state or a viral infection
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