nose test

Английский Язык - Английский Язык

Определение nose test в Английский Язык Английский Язык словарь: An informal method for determining whether something is authentic, credible, or ethical, by using one's common sense or sense of propriety
In many cases, said Henry J. Stern, the president of the Citizens Union, a civic group, and a former city Parks Commissioner, you have to apply the nose test. Does it smell? he said, referring to such deals. Is it based on a personal relationship? Does it run contrary to the city's interest?.; An inspection of an object using the sense of smell, as for freshness of food
Make the nose test sniffing for fumes, before starting engines.; An inspection of the nasal passages or a trial of their function, as for breathing difficulties
The pollen blocker cream appeared to help; after using the cream, people did better on the nose test.