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nosing
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nos·ing  (nzng)
n.
1.
a. The horizontally projecting edge of a stair tread.
b. A shield covering this edge.
2. A projecting edge of a molding.
nosing [ˈnəʊzɪŋ]
n
1. (Miscellaneous Technologies / Building) the edge of a step or stair tread that projects beyond the riser
2. (Fine Arts & Visual Arts / Architecture) a projecting edge of a moulding, esp one that is half-round
[from nose + -ing1]
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