Compound Words Formed from "Nose"

Common compound words and phrases containing "nose":

• Nostril – nasal opening.
• Nosebleed – epistaxis.
• Nosedive – steep drop; figurative: rapid decline.
• Nose job – colloquial for rhinoplasty.
• Nosebleed seats – high, cheap seats in a venue.
• Nosegay – small bouquet.
• Nosecone – forward tip of rocket/aircraft.
• Noseguard – protective gear (sports) or football position.
• Nosewheel – aircraft landing gear.

These illustrate how "nose" combines with other roots to form everyday and technical terms.