Meaning of the word "the nose knows" in English

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

the nose knows

US /ðə noʊz noʊz/
UK /ðə nəʊz nəʊz/
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Idiom

a phrase used to suggest that one's sense of smell or intuition is reliable and provides accurate information

Example:
I can tell the cake is ready without a timer; the nose knows.
He smelled a gas leak before the detector went off—the nose knows.