nosepiece

noun

nose·​piece ˈnōz-ˌpēs How to pronounce nosepiece (audio)
1
: a piece of armor for protecting the nose
2
: the end piece of a microscope body to which an objective is attached
3
: the bridge of a pair of eyeglasses

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It can either be inhaled through a mask or nosepiece and is typically used for minor medical and dental procedures. — Michelle Lee, Peoplemag, 13 Sep. 2024 These goggles also come with four nosepieces to ensure the best fit. — Ambrosia V. Brody, Parents, 14 Mar. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1611, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of nosepiece was circa 1611

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nosepiece

noun
nose·​piece -ˌpēs How to pronounce nosepiece (audio)
: the end piece of a microscope body to which a lens or set of lenses is attached

Medical Definition

nosepiece

noun
nose·​piece ˈnōz-ˌpēs How to pronounce nosepiece (audio)
1
: the end piece of a microscope body to which an objective is attached and which often consists of a revolving holder for two or more objectives
2
: the bridge of a pair of eyeglasses
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