Phrase Hound found 303 phrases and 183 compound words that contain nose. The most common are listed below. Open nose in the live search for definitions, filters, and the full list.
Phrases 303
- runny noseA condition of discharge of mucus from the nose, often a symptom of the common cold.
- nose ringA ring affixed to the snout of cattle, to make them follow immediately when a chain is attached to the ring.
- pay through the noseTo pay an exorbitant or excessive amount, either in money or in some other manner.
- aquiline noseA nose with a hooked, bent shape.
- nose-pickingThe insertion of one's finger into one's nostril, especially to remove mucus.
- lead by the noseTo cause to follow blindly.
- nose candyCocaine.
- nose glassesA style of eyeglasses without earpieces, often attached to a cord or ribbon allowing them to be hung around the neck.
- nose jobA plastic surgical procedure to alter the appearance of the nose, especially for cosmetic reasons; the resulting physical appearance of the nose.
- blow one's noseTo expel mucus or other matter from one's nasal passages, via one's nostril, by force of lung power.
- button noseA nose with a small size and a relatively flat, round shape, usually considered to be dainty or cute in appearance.
- nose blindLacking the sense of smell.
- nose hairHair follicles inside the nostrils.
- nose guardAn item of protection worn over the nose.
- snub-noseAlternative form of snub-nosed: Having a nose that is short and turned upward at the tip.
- nose coneThe forwardmost part of an aircraft, rocket or missile; it is shaped to minimize aerodynamic resistance.
- Red Nose DayA day, usually every other year, on which the Comic Relief organisation encourages the public to engage in fundraising for charity.
- blood noseA nose that is bleeding internally.
- Roman noseAn aquiline nose.
- pick one's noseTo insert a finger or other object into one's nostril to remove obstructions, especially dried mucus.
- nose to the grindstoneUsed to form idioms meaning "to force someone to work hard or to focus intensely upon their work".
- pope's noseThe tail end piece of a cooked fowl (chicken, turkey etc.).
- e-noseAn electronic device able to detect specific combinations of chemicals in gaseous form.
- nose leatherThe rhinarium or naked skin on the nose of most mammals.
- turn up one's noseTo tilt one's face upwards slightly, thus raising one's nose, and often to look downwards at someone, as a sign of contempt, disgust, or scorn.
Compound words 183
- nozzleA short tube, usually tapering, forming the vent of a hose or pipe.
- nosebleedHaemorrhage from the nose (usually, blood flow exiting the nostrils that originates from the nasal cavity).
- nosediveA headfirst fall or jump.
- bottlenosebottlenose dolphin.
- nosegayA small bunch of fragrant flowers or herbs tied in a bundle, often presented as a gift; nosegays were originally intended to be put to the nose for the pleasant sensation or to mask unpleasant odours.
- nosebandThe part of a bridle or halter that goes over the nose of an animal, particularly a horse.
- brownnoseOne who sucks up; a bootlicker or sycophant.
- needlenoseHaving a long, thin nose; applied to needlenose pliers.
- nosepieceAnything (originally a piece of armour) that protects the nose.
- bluenoseA prude.