rhinitis

rhi·ni·tis

noun \rī-ˈnīt-əs\

plural rhi·nit·i·des \-ˈnit-ə-ˌdēz\

Definition of RHINITIS

: inflammation of the mucous membrane of the nose marked especially by rhinorrhea, nasal congestion and itching, and sneezing; also : any of various conditions characterized by rhinitis—see allergic rhinitis, rhinitis medicamentosa, rhinitis sicca, vasomotor rhinitis