Words Like NOSING
    
   We have put together a list of words that are similar to NOSING.
    
    
    
        
            10 Alternative Words Similar to nosing
   
            
               
            
            
        
       
    
    
        10 definitions of nosing
           
        
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        That part of the treadboard of a stair which projects over the riser; hence, any like projection, as the projecting edge of a molding.
    
    
    
 
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        The horizontally projecting edge of a stair tread.
    
    
    
 
    3
    
        A shield covering this edge.
    
    
    
 
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        A projecting edge of a molding.
    
    
    
 
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        In architecture, the projecting edge of a molding or drip; the projecting molding on the edge of a step in a stair.
    
    
    
 
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        In a lock, the keeper which engages the latch or bolt.
    
    
    
 
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        A metal or rubber shield formed to fit the projecting edge of a tread or step of a stairway to protect it from wear.
    
    
    
 
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        Present participle of nose.
    
    
    
 
    9
    
        That part of the treadboard of a stair that projects over the riser.
    
    
    
 
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        Any similar projection, such as the projecting edge of a moulding.