Main Entry: nose

Pronunciation: \ˈnōz\

Function: noun

1 a : the part of the face that bears the nostrils and covers the anterior part of the nasal cavity

[nose illustration]

; broadly : this part together with the nasal cavity b : the anterior part of the head above or projecting beyond the muzzle
2 : the sense of smell : olfaction
3 : olfactory organ