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Answer for the clue "An inflammation of the mucous membrane lining the nose (usually associated with nasal discharge) ", 8 letters:
rhinitis

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Word definitions for rhinitis in dictionaries

Douglas Harper's Etymology Dictionary Word definitions in Douglas Harper's Etymology Dictionary
1829, medical Latin, from rhino- "nose" + -itis .

Wikipedia Word definitions in Wikipedia
Rhinitis or coryza is irritation and inflammation of the mucous membrane inside the nose . Common symptoms are a stuffy nose , runny nose , sneezing, and post-nasal drip . In rhinitis, the inflammation of the mucous membrane is caused by viruses , bacteria ...

WordNet Word definitions in WordNet
n. an inflammation of the mucous membrane lining the nose (usually associated with nasal discharge) [syn: coryza ]

Wiktionary Word definitions in Wiktionary
n. (label en pathology) Inflammation of the mucous membranes of the nose.

Usage examples of rhinitis.

Mona went to hospital with rhinitis caused by strong perfume on plane.