nozzle

noun

noz·​zle ˈnä-zəl How to pronounce nozzle (audio)
Synonyms of nozzlenext
1
a
: a projecting vent of something
b
: a short tube with a taper or constriction used (as on a hose) to speed up or direct a flow of fluid
c
: a part in a rocket engine that accelerates the exhaust gases from the combustion chamber to a high velocity
2
slang : nose

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in this classic film noir, a private eye gets his nozzle sliced when he starts poking it into places where it's not welcome
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If the gas nozzle became clogged or leaked, pockets of concentrated acetylene could build up and ignite, causing localized explosions. — Matthew MacConnell, ArsTechnica, 3 Aug. 2026 Organic matter was found on the soda and tea nozzles and there was no hot water at one of the sinks. — Harriet Ramos, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 2 Aug. 2026 The nozzle is designed with a small sensing hole near its tip that helps detect when gasoline reaches the appropriate level in your vehicle’s filler neck. — Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 2 Aug. 2026 Massive robotic nozzles squirted layer upon layer of concrete under the high desert sun. — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 31 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for nozzle

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Etymology

diminutive of nose

First Known Use

1683, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

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The first known use of nozzle was in 1683

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nozzle

noun
noz·​zle ˈnäz-əl How to pronounce nozzle (audio)
: a short tube that narrows in the middle or toward one end and is often used (as on a hose or pipe) to direct or speed up a flow of fluid

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