Synonyms of nozzle

nozzle

noun

ˈnä-zəl 

slang

as in nose

the part of the face bearing the nostrils and nasal cavity

in this classic film noir, a private eye gets his nozzle sliced when he starts poking it into places where it's not welcome

Synonyms & Similar Words

• nose
• snout
• proboscis
• schnozzle
• beak
• honker
• smeller
• conk
• neb
• schnoz
• snoot
• pug
• pugnose

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of nozzle

Charging stations are plentiful The availability of charging stations plays a huge role in how fast people buy electric vehicles, and California now boasts more EV chargers than gasoline nozzles, according to the state Energy Commission. — Kevinisha Walker, Los Angeles Times, 8 Sep. 2026

Do not aim the nozzle at the ground because the air can shoot small rocks or pieces of dirt at your vehicle, potentially damaging the body and windows. — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 7 Sep. 2026

Chi’s Blowout Kit has it all, including a blow-dryer, round brush, clips, three nozzle attachments and two Chi styling products. — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 2 Sep. 2026

Jet impingement directs high-speed liquid at a hot surface through small nozzles. — Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 29 Aug. 2026