Word: NOSES
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Definition of NOSES
- A protuberance on the face housing the nostrils, which are used to breathe or smell.
"She has a cold in the nose."
- A snout, the nose of an animal.
- The tip of an object.
"the nose of a tea-kettle, a bellows, or a fighter plane"
- To move cautiously by advancing its front end.
"The ship nosed through the minefield."
- To snoop.
"She was nosing around other peopleโs business."
- To detect by smell or as if by smell.
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
This word's structure suggests a derivation from common English phonetic roots, though specific origin data is not available.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "Linguists often study the historical evolution of "noses" in early literature."
- โข "In professional circles, using the word "noses" conveys a high level of precision."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
With its balanced structure, this word is frequently useful for maintaining board control.
๐ฏ Scrabble Board Placement & Usage Tips
Try to save this word for placing next to open vowels to trigger parallel intersections and score double points.
Dictionary Validity
| Dictionary Lexicon | Status | Base Value |
|---|---|---|
| TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) | โ Valid | 5 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 5 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 6 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is NOSES a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is NOSES worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in NOSES? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing NOSES:
- # the noses effect
- # master of noses
- # playing with noses
- # in terms of noses
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