as in nose
the part of the face bearing the nostrils and nasal cavity
endowed with a schnozzle as big as his talent, the comedian Jimmy Durante was affectionately dubbed "the Schnozzola"
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Recent Examples of schnozzle
Yet, at a superficial level, the Tully Monster recalls more ancient Cambrian enigmas such as the controversial Nectocaris, the soft-bodied Vetustovermis, or, possibly, the schnozzle-faced aberration Opabinia.
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Brian Switek, WIRED, 17 Aug. 2012
Brian Switek, WIRED, 17 Aug. 2012
Recent Examples of Synonyms for schnozzle
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In her tutorial, Cox applies the concealer under her eyes, between her eyebrows, on her cheekbones, and around her nose before blending the product out with a brush — effectively brightening her under eyes and the high points of her face while evening out her skin tone.—
Maggie Horton,
People.com,
8 July 2025
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When evaluating dysphonia, otolaryngologists place a flexible tube attached to a tiny camera through a person's nose or mouth—called a fiberoptic scope—to visualize the larynx and vocal cords.—
Colleen Doherty,
Verywell Health,
5 July 2025
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The snakes are about a foot long from snout to body, with a seven-inch tail, researchers said.—
Irene Wright,
Miami Herald,
9 June 2025
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While police attempted to arrest him, the man allegedly grabbed the canine’s snout in an attempt to restrict the dog’s airway, kicked three officers, and bit another, according to the release.—
Alex Brizee,
Idaho Statesman,
26 May 2025
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“Schnozzle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/schnozzle. Accessed 14 Jul. 2025.
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