nose bonk

"Nose bonk" can describe actions in extreme sports or playful interactions among people and animals.

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Definition

B2Cycling

(informal, sport)Gently touching an obstacle with the front wheel of a bicycle, usually a BMX, while riding or jumping.

Example

  • He executed a perfect nose bonk on the curb during his BMX trick.

B2Snowboarding

(informal, sport)Tapping a feature with the front end of a snowboard while riding.

Example

  • She performed a nose bonk on the rail before landing smoothly.

B1Human Interaction

(informal)A playful gesture where one person gently taps another's nose with their own.

Example

  • They shared a quick nose bonk before parting ways.

B1Animal Behavior

(informal, zoology)A light touch or bump of the nose, often used as a form of greeting or communication among animals.

Example

  • The dogs greeted each other with a friendly nose bonk.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "nose bonk":

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