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nosy

/nɒzi/ adjective · British & US
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What does nosy mean?

adjective

Having or showing an excessive or unpleasant interest in other people's private lives or affairs. Tending to pry into other people's affairs.

Example

"She's always being nosy and asking personal questions."

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