nozzle

noun

noz·​zle ˈnä-zəl How to pronounce nozzle (audio)
1
a
: a projecting vent of something
b
: a short tube with a taper or constriction used (as on a hose) to speed up or direct a flow of fluid
c
: a part in a rocket engine that accelerates the exhaust gases from the combustion chamber to a high velocity
2
slang : nose

Examples of nozzle in a Sentence

in this classic film noir, a private eye gets his nozzle sliced when he starts poking it into places where it's not welcome
Recent Examples on the Web For the starting pour, hold the glass at a 45-degree angle and aim the top nozzle for the gold harp logo on the glass. The Indianapolis Star, 12 Mar. 2024 The unit's multiple mist settings are easily adjusted with the front dial, and the 360-degree nozzle allows users to direct the mist at all angles to cover a wider area without physically moving the device. Toni Sutton, Peoplemag, 10 Mar. 2024 Several times during the test, the nozzle of the Vulcain 2.1 engine swiveled to exercise the rocket's thrust vector control steering system. Stephen Clark, Ars Technica, 28 Nov. 2023 This device also features five interchangeable attachment heads for smoothing and polishing strands, including two curling barrels, a round brush, a paddle brush, and a smoothing nozzle. Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 27 Nov. 2023 Toro includes a collection bag, vacuum tube, bottom-zip bag, power insert, concentrator nozzle and cord storage hook with this unit. Rachel Ahrnsen, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Feb. 2024 The watering schedule doesn’t apply to local homes and businesses using drip irrigation methods such as a watering hose and spray nozzles. Jacqueline Pinedo, Sacramento Bee, 27 Feb. 2024 The chocolate needs time to cool and solidify before the nozzle tries to print another warm layer on top. Sean Hollister, The Verge, 17 Feb. 2024 Collect hand trowels, pruning shears, hose end nozzles and other tools scattered across your garden. Nan Sterman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Jan. 2024

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Word History

Etymology

diminutive of nose

First Known Use

1683, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Time Traveler
The first known use of nozzle was in 1683

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Cite this Entry

“Nozzle.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/nozzle. Accessed 29 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

nozzle

noun
noz·​zle ˈnäz-əl How to pronounce nozzle (audio)
: a short tube that narrows in the middle or toward one end and is often used (as on a hose or pipe) to direct or speed up a flow of fluid

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