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Nose-first

Pronunciation varies by accent · adjective

Meaning

Having the nose first..

Definitions by Sense

  1. Having the nose first.
  2. With the nose first.

Example Sentences

The speed and her heavy pack threatened her balance, but she caught herself before succumbing to an embarrassing nose-first topple to the earth.
Bullets do not fly straight, nose-first, but move slowly around their long axis in flight (precession).

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What does nose-first mean?

Nose-first means Having the nose first..

What is a synonym for nose-first?

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What is the opposite of nose-first?

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How do you use nose-first in a sentence?

The speed and her heavy pack threatened her balance, but she caught herself before succumbing to an embarrassing nose-first topple to the earth.

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