Nozzle
/ˈnɒzəl/
Definitions
A projecting spout or outlet, as of a hose or pipe, for directing a flow of liquid or gas.
/ˈnɒzəl/
A projecting spout or outlet.
The gardener adjusted the nozzle to create a fine spray for the delicate flowers.
💡 Simply: Imagine a water gun. The nozzle is the pointy part at the end where the water squirts out. It helps you aim the water! Like at a gas station, the nozzle is the part that goes into your car to put in gas.
👶 For kids: It's like the spout on a water bottle or the end of a hose. It helps the water come out in a stream.
More Examples
The firefighter directed the nozzle of the hose toward the flames.
The nozzle on the paint sprayer allows for even distribution of paint.
How It's Used
"The fire hose's nozzle delivered a powerful stream of water."
"The gas pump's nozzle fit securely into the car's fuel tank."
From Middle English *nosel*, from Old English *nosu* (nose) + diminutive suffix *-el*, referring to the projecting spout being likened to a nose.
The word 'nozzle' has been used since the 16th century, initially referring to the nose of a person, and later to the projecting outlet of devices.
Memory tip
Think of a nose pointing the direction of a stream.