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nose

/noʊz/

[/noʊz/]

organ of smell

Beginnernoun

Definition

The part of the face used for breathing and smelling.

Example

The cold wind made her nose run as she walked briskly through the winter market.

The cold wind made her nose run as she walked briskly through the winter market.

Etymology

From Old English 'nosu', of Germanic origin.

How & Where It’s Used

'Under your nose' means right in front of you.

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