Full Definition of NOSE. 1. a: the part of the face that bears the nostrils and covers the anterior part of the nasal cavity; broadly: this part together with the nasal cavity b: the anterior part of the head at the top or end of the muzzle: snout, proboscis. 2. a: the sense of smell: olfaction b: aroma, bouquet.
Rating Newest Oldest. Best Answer: I too have been told by my doctor that I have a sinus infection. Medical Terminology : Sinusitis. It is very common to develop a sore throat after you have had a common cold, since your nasal passage(sinuses) are infected with a virus which effects the nose and throat area.
Infections in the nose and sinuses also can cause sore throats, because mucus from the nose drains down into the throat and carries the infection with it. The most dangerous throat infection is epiglottitis, caused by bacteria that infect a portion of the larynx (voice box) and cause swelling that closes the airway.