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pug nose

noun

Definition of pug nose

: a nose having a slightly concave bridge and flattened nostrils

Other Words from pug nose

pug-nosed \ ˈpəg-​ˌnōzd How to pronounce pug-nosed (audio) \ adjective

First Known Use of pug nose

1769, in the meaning defined above

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pug nose

noun

Kids Definition of pug nose

: a usually short nose turning up at the end

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