snub-nosed
Americanadjective
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having a snub nose.
a snub-nosed child.
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having a blunt end.
snub-nosed pliers.
adjective
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having a short turned-up nose
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(of a pistol) having an extremely short barrel
Etymology
Origin of snub-nosed
First recorded in 1715–25
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Other popular members of this snub-nosed club include English bulldogs, Boston terriers, pugs and Brussels griffons.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 28, 2025
Saxon maximized the disarming appeal of the snub-nosed monkey by giving his adorable Baby Ochi larger eyes and ears.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 15, 2025
The Pearl darter is a small, snub-nosed fish with a black spot at the base of its tail fin.
From Seattle Times ● Apr. 7, 2023
Passengers with brachycephalic dogs contend with even fewer choices because of a widespread ban on snub-nosed canines, which are prone to breathing issues.
From Washington Post ● Mar. 7, 2023
The golden snub-nosed monkey, for example, is categorized as an endangered animal, but it has received very little in terms of attention or conservation dollars.
From "Camp Panda" by Catherine Thimmesh
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