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 of nozzle

• nose
• 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

The bottle even features a pointed nozzle for a precise, mess-free application. —Jailynn Taylor, InStyle, 30 Dec. 2025

Install a tension rod near the top and front of the cabinet and then hook bottle nozzles over it. —Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Dec. 2025

Although ultra-fine print nozzles do already exist, they're typically made from costly specialized metal or glass, and are difficult to manufacture. —New Atlas, 27 Dec. 2025

The inspector noted a buildup of residue on the drink machine nozzles, uncovered tubs of raw meat in the freezer and roaches on the ceiling and wall near the three-compartment sink. —Harriet Ramos, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 20 Dec. 2025

Word History

Etymology

diminutive of nose

First Known Use

1683, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Rhymes for nozzle

• causal
• clausal
• tahsil
• menopausal
• postmenopausal
• premenopausal

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