nozzle

noun

noz·​zle ˈnä-zəl 

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

Synonyms

• beak
• conk [chiefly British slang]
• honker [slang]
• neb
• nose
• proboscis
• schnoz [slang]
• schnozz
• schnozzle [slang]
• smeller
• snoot
• snout

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

Just twist the nozzle to change patterns, and enjoy holding onto the comfortable, rubberized, ergonomic grip without any aches or pains. —Rachel Simon, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 July 2024

Try leveling up your blow-drying sessions with this Conair classic featuring two attachments (a diffuser and a smoothing nozzle) for nearly endless styling options. —Sarah Han, Allure, 17 July 2024

The brush nozzle is great for pet hair and sweeping dust off computer keyboards, while the crevice tool easily reaches into nooks and crannies to grab hidden debris. —Clara McMahon, Peoplemag, 17 July 2024

Each order also includes four interchangeable sprayer nozzles: one for stains, general cleaning, wide-area cleaning, and balanced coverage. —Rebecca Martinson, Rolling Stone, 11 July 2024

Word History

Etymology

diminutive of nose

First Known Use

1683, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Kids Definition

nozzle

noun

noz·​zle ˈnäz-əl 

: 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