Meaning of the word nose in English

What does nose mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

nose

US /noʊz/

UK /noʊz/

the part of the face or head of an animal that contains the nostrils and is used for breathing and smelling

Example:

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He wiped his nose with a tissue.

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The dog sniffed the ground with its wet nose.

Synonym:

snoot proboscis beak snout

the front part of an aircraft, vehicle, or other object

Example:

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The plane's nose pointed towards the sky.

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The car's nose was damaged in the accident.

Synonym:

front fore bow prow

to push or rub with the nose

Example:

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The pig nosed around in the mud.

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She nosed her way through the crowd.

Synonym:

sniff poke pry push

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