Brown noser Meaning in English
expression
释义
A person who flatters someone in authority or tries too hard to please them, usually to gain personal advantage. It is an informal and often negative expression.
用法与细微差别
Highly informal, usually mildly insulting. Common in workplaces or schools to criticize someone perceived as excessively flattering a boss, teacher, etc. 'Brown noser' is more negative than 'teacher's pet' and less playful. Don’t use in formal contexts.
例句
Nobody likes a brown noser at work.
basic
He is such a brown noser with the teacher.
basic
Don’t be a brown noser just to get what you want.
basic
Everyone knows Jake is the biggest brown noser in the office.
natural
She acts like a real brown noser whenever the manager is around.
natural
If you keep being a brown noser, people won’t respect you.
natural