Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
red-nose
Adjective/Noun
/rɛd noʊz/
Definition
A term often used to describe a nose that is red in color, typically due to cold weather, irritation, or excessive drinking.
Examples
- After spending hours outside in the winter, his red-nose clearly showed just how chilly it was.
- She had a red-nose look after the holiday party, laughing with friends over a drink.
Meaning
The phrase ‘red-nose’ can refer to the physical appearance of a person’s nose or be used in a more figurative sense to describe someone who is behaving in a jovial or merry manner, often associated with festive drinks.
Synonyms
- Flushed nose
- Bacchanalian (when referring to the festive context)
- Ruddy nose
