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Definition

To insert a finger or other object into one's nostril to remove obstructions, especially dried mucus.

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In Context

  • "You can pick your friends; you can pick your nose; but you can't pick your friends' noses."
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See Also

  • nose-pick
  • nose-picker
  • nose-picking
  • rhinotillexomania
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