nosing

UK
/ˈnəʊzɪŋ/
US
/ˈnoʊzɪŋ/
nosingnoun
nosings
pl
UK
/ˈnəʊ.zɪŋ/
US
/ˈnoʊ.zɪŋ/
Translations
The nosing of the step was designed to prevent slipping.
Выступ ступени был спроектирован для предотвращения скольжения.
Additional translations
край ступени
выступающий край
Definitions
The projecting edge of a step or stair tread.
The carpenter carefully measured the nosing to ensure it was even with the rest of the staircase.
The act of investigating or prying into something.
Her constant nosing into other people's business made her unpopular among her colleagues.
nosinggerund / present participle
UK
/ˈnəʊzɪŋ/
US
/ˈnoʊzɪŋ/
Definitions
Engaged in smelling, probing, or investigating by means of the nose; prying.
A nosing dog explored the undergrowth for any hint of the missing child.
nosingadjective
more nosing
Comp.
most nosing
Super.
Definitions
Related to or serving as a stair nosing or similar projecting edge.
The contractor installed nosing trim along each tread to improve safety.
nosenoun
Definitions
The part of the face or head through which a person or animal breathes and smells.
The dog has a very sensitive nose that can detect various scents.
The sense of smell.
She has a keen nose for detecting the subtle aromas in wine.
The front end of an aircraft, rocket, or other vehicle.
The nose of the airplane was damaged during the rough landing.
A projecting part of something, especially a part of a tool or device.
The nose of the pliers is designed to grip small objects tightly.
A person who is nosy or overly inquisitive.
He's such a nose, always prying into other people's business.
An instinctive talent or ability for discovering or recognizing something.
She has a nose for good bargains.
The aroma or bouquet of a wine or other beverage.
This Pinot Noir has an earthy nose with hints of cherry.
A very small distance or margin, especially the narrowest margin by which a race or contest is won.
The cyclist won by a nose in the photo finish.
noseverb

nosing

Gerund

nosed
Past Simple
nosed
Past Participle
nosing
Gerund
UK
/nəʊz/
US
/noʊz/
Translations
The dog nosed around the garden, searching for the hidden bone.
Собака нюхала в саду, ища спрятанную кость.
He tends to nose into other people's business.
Он склонен вмешиваться в дела других людей.
Additional translations
Definitions
To move forward slowly and carefully, typically in order to avoid detection or to investigate something.
The detective nosed around the crime scene, looking for any overlooked evidence.
To push or move something with one's nose.
The dog nosed the ball towards its owner, eager to play.
To advance or progress by a small margin.
The runner nosed ahead in the final stretch to win the race.
To sniff or smell at something.
The horse nosed the feed before eating.
Synonyms
noseadjective
Definitions
Relating to or situated at the nose; nasal.
The doctor prescribed a nose spray for her congestion.