Nose — synonyms, definition

1. nose (Noun)

beak bill bow bowsprit front head jib muzzle nozzle olfactory organ pipe proboscis projection prow rostrum snout spout stem tube

nose (Noun) — The organ of smell and entrance to the respiratory tract; the prominent part of the face of man or other mammals. ex. "he has a cold in the nose"

nose (Noun) — A front that resembles a human nose (especially the front of an aircraft). ex. "the nose of the rocket heated up on reentry"

nose (Noun) — The front or forward projection of a tool or weapon. ex. "he ducked under the nose of the gun"

nose (Noun) — A small distance. ex. "my horse lost the race by a nose"

nose (Noun) — A symbol of inquisitiveness. ex. "keep your nose out of it"

nose (Noun) — The sense of smell (especially in animals). ex. "the hound has a good nose"

nose (Noun) — A natural skill. ex. "he has a nose for good deals"

nose (Noun) — A projecting spout from which a fluid is discharged.

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2. nose (Verb)

chin examine horn in inspect intrude kiss lick nuzzle poke pry root scent search wind

nose (Verb) — Search or inquire in a meddlesome way. ex. "This guy is always nosing around the office"

nose (Verb) — Advance the forward part of with caution. ex. "She nosed the car into the left lane"

nose (Verb) — Catch the scent of; get wind of. ex. "The dog nosed out the drugs"

nose (Verb) — Push or move with the nose.

nose (Verb) — Rub noses.

nose (Verb) — Defeat by a narrow margin.

advance bring forward caress defeat fondle force get the better of look overcome push search smell nose out