The scientific name for the nose is nasus.
The term "nasus" is derived from Latin and is used in anatomical and medical contexts to refer to the nose. This is the standard term recognized in anatomical nomenclature systems such as Terminologia Anatomica. It's worth noting that while "nose" is the common English term, "nasus" is preferred in scientific and medical communication for precision.
Term | Language | Use |
---|---|---|
Nasus | Latin | Scientific and medical terminology |
Nose | English | Common, everyday language |