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Definition of nosing - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
investigationact of searching or investigating
- The detective's nosing around the area revealed crucial clues.
2.
animal behavioranimal exploration using its nose
- The dog was nosing around the garden.
3.
stairsTECH. UK the edge of a stair tread that projectsTECH. UK
- Be careful not to trip on the nosing of the step.
Adjective
1.
- Her nosing attitude often got her into trouble.
2.
architectureRare having a projecting or protruding partRare
- The nosing edge of the step was worn out.
Images of nosing
the edge of a stair tread that projects
Origin of nosing
English, nose (organ) + ing (action)
Examples of nosing in a sentence
Nosing through the archives, he found the missing document. The cat's nosing was gentle and curious. Nosing in the forest, the wolf found its prey. The carpenter measured the nosing for accuracy. She slipped on the nosing while descending the stairs. His nosing questions made everyone uncomfortable.
The nosing journalist uncovered the hidden scandal. The nosing edge of the shelf was sharp. The nosing part of the roof needed repair.
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- French:investigation, curieux, ...
- German:Schnüffeln, neugierig, ...
- Italian:indagine, ficcanaso, ...
- Spanish:investigación, entrometido, ...
- Portuguese:investigação, intrometido, ...
- Chinese:探查, 爱打探的, ...
- Japanese:捜索, 詮索好きな, ...
- Arabic:تحر, فُضُولِي, ...
- Hebrew:חִטּוּט, חַטְטָן, ...
- Russian:расследование, любопытный, ...
- Ukrainian:розслідування, допитливий, ...
- Hindi:जांच, जिज्ञासु, ...
Definition of nose - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
medicalorgan on the face for smelling and breathing
- She has a small nose.
2.
objectstip or front part of an object
- The nose of the rocket was damaged.
3.
vehiclesfront part of a vehicle or aircraft
- The plane's nose hit the runway.
4.
bodysense of smell
- Dogs have a strong nose.
5.
racingsmall distance in a race
- The horse won by a nose.
6.
- He was known as a nose for the police.
7.
perceptionRare skill in detecting or recognizing thingsRare
- He has a nose for news.
8.
perfumeryDated person skilled in creating perfumesDated
- She is a famous nose in the industry.
Verb
1.
- She nosed around the office for information.
2.
detecting scenttr. detect by smell or as if by smelltr.
- The dog nosed the ground for clues.
3.
pushing with nosetr. push or move with the nosetr.
- The horse nosed the gate open.
4.
cautious movementintr. move forward slowly and carefullyintr.
- The car nosed through the narrow alley.
5.
narrow victorytr. defeat by a narrow margintr.
- He nosed out his competitor in the race.
Images of nose
front part of a vehicle or aircraft
Expressions with nose
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nose with the tip pointing slightly upward
She has a cute turned-up nose.
defeat someone by a small margin
The team nosed out their rivals in the final game.
search in a place one shouldn't
She decided to nose about the old attic.
search in a place one shouldn't
She decided to nose around his office for clues.
pinch nostrils to block a smell
She had to hold her nose near the garbage.
show something is physically located directly before someone
The keys were in front of her nose on the table.
produce mucus that flows from the nose due to illness or allergies
My nose is running because of the cold weather.
pinch your nose to avoid a bad smell
Hold your nose when you open that fridge; the fish has spoiled.
plainly noticeable, easy to spot or understand
The answer was under our noses the whole time.
winning by a very small margin
She won the race by a nose.
go straight ahead without turning
Just follow your nose until you reach the park.
act as if better than others by showing disdain
He always has a turned-up nose when meeting new people.
to do something simply without overthinking or planning
She just followed her nose and painted without a plan.
interfere in things that are not your business
Stop poking your nose into our family arguments.
express arrogance or pride by lifting nose
She turns her nose up at simple jobs.
reject something because you think it is not good enough
She turned her nose up at the cheap shoes.
happening openly without being noticed
The thief stole the painting under the nose of the guard.
happening in a way that is very obvious
The theft occurred under your nose, and you didn't notice.
follow rules or behave properly
She always keeps her nose clean at work to avoid any issues.
upset due to feeling overshadowed or slighted
She got her nose out of joint when he was praised.
openly mock or defy someone or something
She thumbed her nose at authority by breaking the curfew.
reject something with disdain or disapproval
She turned her nose up at the offer.
accustomed to a smell and no longer noticing it
She was nose blind to the odor of her own perfume after using it daily.
defeat or humiliate someone
The underdog team managed to bloody the nose of the champions.
Origin of nose
Old English, nosu (nose)
Examples of nose in a sentence
He pinched his nose to stop the smell. The nose of the plane was painted red. The ship's nose cut through the icy waters. The car's nose was damaged in the crash. The rocket's nose was painted red. Her nose detected smoke before anyone else did.
With his keen nose, he recognized the scent of rain. She won the race by a nose. The car finished first by a nose. The gang avoided him, suspecting he was a nose. Being a nose put him in dangerous situations. Her nose for talent is unmatched in the industry. With a nose for quality, she selects the best wines. The nose crafted a unique fragrance for the brand. As a nose, he created scents that captivated many. He nosed into their private conversation. The cat nosed around the garden, curious about the new plants. She nosed the air, trying to identify the perfume. The fox nosed around the garden, searching for food. The puppy nosed its toy under the sofa. A curious calf nosed the farmer's boot. The boat nosed into the harbor slowly. She nosed her way through the crowded room. The team nosed ahead in the final minutes. She nosed past her rival to win the title.
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- French:nez, fouiner, ...
- German:Nase, schnüffeln, ...
- Italian:naso, curiosare, ...
- Spanish:nariz, husmear, ...
- Portuguese:nariz, bisbilhotar, ...
- Chinese:鼻子, 打探, ...
- Japanese:鼻, 詮索する, ...
- Arabic:أَنْف, تطفل, ...
- Hebrew:אָף, לְחַטֵּט, ...
- Russian:нос, совать нос, ...
- Ukrainian:ніс, нишпорити, ...
- Hindi:नाक, ताक-झांक करना, ...
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