WorldJuly 7, 2026
rhinoplasty
/ˈraɪnəˌplæsti/
Definition
A surgical procedure used to alter the shape or structure of the nose, often for aesthetic or functional purposes.
Etymology
The word derives from the Greek 'rhis' (nose) and 'plassein' (to mold or form). It entered English in the late 19th century as a medical term for plastic surgery of the nose.
In the news
The word appears in the headline of an opinion piece regarding how modern surgical techniques are evolving, highlighting the intersection of medical form and function.
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