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nozzle

noun

ˈnä-zəl

Definition of nozzle

slang

as in nose

the part of the face bearing the nostrils and nasal cavity 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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Recent Examples of nozzle These mini bottles can fasten right onto the top of your favorite perfume nozzles for easy filling—they’re ready for travel in a few short pumps! — Hayley Domin, Travel + Leisure, 8 Aug. 2026 Mineral deposits from hard water, soap, and other debris can build up inside your showerhead over time and clog the small spray nozzles. — Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 5 Aug. 2026 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 See All Example Sentences for nozzle

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The bridge of Islam Makhachev's nose, right cheek and forehead were scraped or sliced open and his left cheek sported a baseball-sized bruise after taking a few too many brutal blows to the face.

— CBS News, CBS News, 16 Aug. 2026
Alexa Frank thought the small, pink, flaky spot on her nose was an acne scar or eczema, a condition that causes dry, itchy skin.

— Lindsey Bever, Washington Post, 16 Aug. 2026

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