nozzle

English

/ˈnɒzəl/

noun
Definitions
  • A short tube, usually tapering, forming the vent of a hose or pipe.
  • A short outlet or inlet pipe projecting from the end or side of a hollow vessel, as a steam-engine cylinder or a steam boiler.
  • The nose of an animal; muzzle.
  • The part of an earbud that accomodates eartips.

Etymology

Inherited from Middle English noselle suf from English nose.

Origin

English

nose

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