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NOSED

(adj., verb)
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Definitions

There are 9 meanings of the word Nosed.

Nosed - as an adjective

Having a nose (either literal or metaphoric) especially of a specified kind

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
noseless

Nosed - as a verb

To move cautiously by advancing its front end.

Example: "The ship nosed through the minefield."

To snoop.

Example: "She was nosing around other people’s business."

To detect by smell or as if by smell.

To push with one's nose; to nuzzle.

To defeat (as in a race or other contest) by a narrow margin; sometimes with out.

To utter in a nasal manner; to pronounce with a nasal twang.

Example: "To nose a prayer"

To furnish with a nose.

Example: "To nose a stair tread"

To confront; be closely face to face or opposite to.

Example Sentences

"The detective nosed around the crime scene for clues."
"The dog nosed at the ground, searching for buried bones."
"She nosed through her closet, looking for a specific dress."
"He nosed the car into the tight parking spot."
"The ship nosed gently into the dock."
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Word Game Points

Is NOSED a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, nosed is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

NOSED has a SCRABBLE points total of 6.

Is NOSED a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, nosed is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
NOSED has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 7.

Is NOSED a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, nosed is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
NOSED has a WORDFEUD points total of 6.

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