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नाक

nak

Nose

Beginnernoun

Definition

The part of the face used for smelling and breathing.

Example

सर्दीमुळे नाक बंद आहे.

My nose is blocked from a cold.

Etymology

The term 'नाक' (nak) is derived from the Sanskrit 'नासिका' (nāsikā) and has consistently referred to the nose across various Indian languages.

How & Where It’s Used

'नाक' is used in both informal and formal contexts, prevalent in discussions regarding health, beauty, or anatomy.

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