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nose

他動詞自動詞[C/U] 両方

複数形: noses過去形: nosed過去分詞: nosed現在分詞: nosing

The physical sense of the word carries a strong association with intuition and detection. Because the nose is the primary tool for scent, the word is frequently used to describe the ability to sense something that is not visible, such as a journalist having a nose for news. This creates a link between biological function and intellectual curiosity.

Countable when referring to the physical organ on a face. Uncountable when referring to the general sense of smell or olfactory ability.

意味

名詞

The part of the face above the mouth and below the eyes, used for smelling and breathing.

"She has a small, pointed nose."

他動詞

[someone][something]

To pry into someone's private affairs or search for something in a curious way.

"He was nosing around in the attic looking for old letters."

自動詞

To move forward slowly and cautiously.

"The car nosed into the driveway."