1. the projecting edge of a step or stair
Usage: architecture
2. the act of moving forward slowly and carefully

1. present participle of nose: moving forward slowly and carefully
2. present participle of nose: searching or prying into something

Examples

• The nosing on each step was painted yellow for safety.
• The car was nosing through the heavy traffic.
• She was nosing around the old attic looking for treasures.
• The boat was nosing into the harbor slowly.
• The metal nosing on the stairs was worn smooth.
• He was nosing through the papers on her desk.
• The ship was nosing through the fog carefully.