Pronunciation: [snˈʌbnə͡ʊz] (IPA) 
The word "snubnose" is spelled with the combination of the consonant cluster "sn" followed by the vowel sound "ʌb" and ending with the consonant sound "noʊz". The transcription in IPA is /ˈsnʌbnoʊz/. "Snubnose" refers to a type of nose that is short, stubby, and somewhat turned up. It is often used to describe the physical appearance of certain dog breeds, such as pugs and bulldogs, who have these types of noses.
Snubnose is a compound word composed of "snub" and "nose". The term is primarily used to describe a physical characteristic, particularly in reference to the shape or appearance of a person's nose. A snubnose refers to a nose that is short and flattened at the tip, often appearing stubby or pug-like in comparison to a more elongated or pointed nose.
This term can be applied to both humans and animals, and it is typically used to describe noses that lack prominence or prominence in relation to the rest of the face. A snubnose is often characterized by a rounded or convex bridge, resulting in a nose that appears relatively small and proportionally shortened.
The term is also occasionally linked to the notion of cuteness, as snubnoses are often associated with baby-like features. In popular culture, characters or individuals with snubnoses are sometimes portrayed as endearing or adorable due to the perceived innocence and youthfulness conveyed by this facial feature.
Snubnoses can vary in appearance and degree of shortness, as nose shapes come in a wide range of forms and sizes. However, the key defining feature is the flattening and lack of projection at the nasal tip, creating a distinctive snub-like appearance that sets it apart from other nose shapes.
A short or flat nose.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
The word "snubnose" is a compound formed by combining two words: "snub" and "nose". "Snub" originates from the late 16th century, derived from the Old Norse word "snubba", meaning "to check, reprove, or rebuff". The sense of "a turned-up nose" emerged in the mid-18th century, referring to a nose with a blunt or rounded tip. "Nose" originates from the Old English word "nosu", which has Germanic roots. Therefore, "snubnose" describes a nose with a blunt or rounded tip.
