shovel-nosed (Meaning)
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shovel-nosed (a.)
Having a broad, flat nose; as, the shovel-nosed duck, or shoveler.
Synonyms & Antonyms of shovel-nosed
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shovel-nosed Sentence Examples
- The shovel-nosed shark's distinctive snout resembles a shovel, allowing it to dig in the sand for prey.
- A shovel-nosed lizard has a wide, flattened nose that can be used for burrowing.
- The diving helmet featured a glass porthole with a shovel-nosed visor for improved visibility.
- The bulldozer's shovel-nosed blade efficiently pushed aside large amounts of dirt.
- The ice cream scoop had a shovel-nosed shape to easily scoop and shape the frozen treat.
- The surgeon's shovel-nosed forceps allowed for precise handling of delicate tissues during surgery.
- The antique spoon exhibited an elegant shovel-nosed design, showcasing the craftsmanship of the era.
- The shovel-nosed turtle's unique facial structure helps it dig through mud and vegetation in search of food.
- The shovel-nosed sturgeon possesses a flattened snout and undershot mouth for feeding on the bottom of rivers.
- The shovel-nosed pliers' distinctive jaws provided a strong grip for gripping and twisting wires.
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Having a broad, flat nose; as, the shovel-nosed duck, or shoveler.
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
The shovel-nosed shark's distinctive snout resembles a shovel, allowing it to dig in the sand for prey.
A shovel-nosed lizard has a wide, flattened nose that can be used for burrowing.
The diving helmet featured a glass porthole with a shovel-nosed visor for improved visibility.
The bulldozer's shovel-nosed blade efficiently pushed aside large amounts of dirt.
