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SINUS

(noun)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Sinus.

Sinus - as a noun

An abnormal passage leading from a suppurating cavity to the body surface

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
fistula

Any of various air-filled cavities especially in the bones of the skull

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
bodily cavitycavitycavum
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A wide channel containing blood; does not have the coating of an ordinary blood vessel

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
venous sinus
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
canalchannelductepithelial duct
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"I have a sinus infection and my head is throbbing."
"His sinus problems are exacerbated by allergies."
"The sinus cavity extends from the nostrils to the back of the throat."
"I have a sinus infection."
"I often experience sinus headaches."
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Word Game Points

Is SINUS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, sinus is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

SINUS has a SCRABBLE points total of 5.

Is SINUS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, sinus is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SINUS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 7.

Is SINUS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, sinus is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SINUS has a WORDFEUD points total of 6.

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