nosing Antonyms

Meaning of nosing

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nosing (p. pr. & vb. n.)

of Nose

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nosing (n.)

That part of the treadboard of a stair which projects over the riser; hence, any like projection, as the projecting edge of a molding.

nosing Sentence Examples

  1. The curious dog nosed at the closed door, eager to discover what lay beyond.
  2. The cat cautiously nosed the unfamiliar object, its whiskers twitching with curiosity.
  3. The gardener nosed through the soil, searching for a sign of plant growth.
  4. The geologist nosed through the rocks, hoping to find evidence of ancient life.
  5. The historian nosed through dusty archives, seeking to uncover forgotten tales.
  6. The detective nosed around the crime scene, searching for clues that would solve the mystery.
  7. The tailor nosed at the fabric, examining its texture and quality.
  8. The wine connoisseur nosed the glass, swirling the rich liquid to release its aroma.
  9. The aspiring perfume maker nosed different scent combinations, seeking inspiration for a captivating fragrance.
  10. The author nosed through his old notebooks, seeking ideas for his next novel.

FAQs About the word nosing

of Nose, That part of the treadboard of a stair which projects over the riser; hence, any like projection, as the projecting edge of a molding.

inhaling, smelling,sniffing, whiffing, scenting,snuffing, snorting,breathing, respiring, drinking (in)

avoiding, avoiding, ignoring, shunning, overlooking, neglecting,ignoring, neglecting, eschewing, eschewing

The curious dog nosed at the closed door, eager to discover what lay beyond.

The cat cautiously nosed the unfamiliar object, its whiskers twitching with curiosity.

The gardener nosed through the soil, searching for a sign of plant growth.

The geologist nosed through the rocks, hoping to find evidence of ancient life.