Nosy Parker
noun
a persistently nosy, prying person; busybody.
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nosy parkernouna prying person
Nosy Parker
American
[noh-zee pahr-ker]
/ ˈnoʊ zi ˈpɑr kər /
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Nosey Parker
noun
Informal.
nosy parker
British
noun
Etymology
Origin of Nosy Parker
First recorded in 1905–10
Example Sentences
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Another Nosy Parker, another example of the French agents creating a memorable spectacle: This was how the crew of the Ouvéa came under suspicion.
From Slate • Jul. 22, 2025
“It’s Nosy Parker New Zealand in the middle of winter,” said Bunny McDiarmid, the only Kiwi among the Warrior’s crew.
From Slate • Jul. 22, 2025
And if that makes me 'dim' and 'prurient' as Tim maintained in yesterday's comments section, colour me Nosy Parker and call me a few badly-made sandwiches short of the hot-tub picnic.
From The Guardian • Jun. 3, 2010
No question, Nosy Parker is doing her ex — and herself — a disservice.
From New York Times • Jan. 16, 2010
Yes, as long as you keep Mr. Nosy Parker Puppy dog outside.
From Carnival by MacKenzie, Compton
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