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Meaning of nose
The primary meaning of the word "nose" is the organ of smell.
Etymology of nose
The word "nose" has its origin in Old English "nosu", which is derived from Proto-Germanic "nusiz" and Proto-Indo-European "nehâ‚‚-".
The word has been used in the English language since the 9th century to refer to the organ of smell, and its meaning has remained relatively consistent over time.
Synonyms
snout
nostril
proboscis
beak
muzzle
sniffer
olfactory organ
smelling organ
sensory organ
facial feature
protuberance
prominence
projection
organ of smell
smelling faculty
smelling sense
olfaction
odor detector
scent detector
smelling device
nasal cavity
nasal passage
nostrils
olfactory system
smell organ
smelling apparatus
Definitions
- The nose is defined by Oxford Languages as the organ of smell and intake of air, located on the front of the face, consisting of a protruding structure of cartilage and bone lined with mucous membrane.
- It is also defined as the sense of smell or the ability to detect odors.
Usage Examples
- She had a big nose that was very sensitive to smells.
- The dog used its nose to sniff out the treat.
- The smell of freshly baked bread filled my nose and made me hungry.
Antonyms
blindness
deafness
tastelessness
numbness
insensitivity
imperceptiveness
indifference
unawareness
obliviousness
ignorance
disregard
neglect
inattention
unconcern
unresponsiveness
insusceptibility
imperviousness
indifference
apathy
disinterest