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nose vs fondle

fondle vs nose

nose is a noun but fondle is not a noun.

nose and fondle both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
nose Yes No Yes No
fondle No No Yes No
As verbs, fondle is a hypernym of nose; that is, fondle is a word with a broader meaning than nose:
  • nose: rub noses
  • fondle: touch or stroke lightly in a loving or endearing manner
Other hypernyms of nose include caress.
nose (noun) fondle (noun)
a front that resembles a human nose (especially the front of an aircraft)
a projecting spout from which a fluid is discharged
the front or forward projection of a tool or weapon
the organ of smell and entrance to the respiratory tract; the prominent part of the face of man or other mammals
the sense of smell (especially in animals)
a natural skill
a symbol of inquisitiveness
a small distance
nose (verb) fondle (verb)
defeat by a narrow margin touch or stroke lightly in a loving or endearing manner
rub noses
push or move with the nose
advance the forward part of with caution
search or inquire in a meddlesome way
catch the scent of; get wind of
Difference between nose and fondle

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