Beaky-nosed
adjective
having a nose that is large, pointed, or hooked
Historical Examples
He was smiling just the same on Joanna’s beaky-nosed husband.
The Belovd Vagabond William J. Locke
“It is very absurd to have such prejudices,” said the beaky-nosed man of forty.
The Belovd Vagabond William J. Locke
The beaky-nosed man fumbled in the breast of his unbuttoned vest, loosening a revolver in a shoulder holster.
Back Home Irvin S. Cobb
A nurse rose from a chair by the bed, where lay a bald-headed, beaky-nosed man groaning and raving in some terrible madness.
The Belovd Vagabond William J. Locke
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