nose over
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “nose over” mean?
To crash by landing such that the nose of the plane hits the ground first, causing the plane to topple forward.
Is “nose over” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.