Nose of a ship WSJ Crossword Clue

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Crossword Answer

1 ? P
2 ? R
3 ? O
4 ? W
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      Hint 1

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      Think of the part of a ship that cuts through the waves first, leading the way.

      Hint 2

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      ???? is the front end of a ship's hull above the water.

      Hint 3

      explanation
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      The term '????' refers to the forward-most part of a ship's bow above the waterline, often considered the 'nose' of the ship because it leads the vessel forward through the water.

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      Place for a figurehead, Vessel's front

      Clue Analysis

      The clue “Nose of a ship” is a classic crossword staple, frequently appearing in puzzles like the WSJ crossword. For the puzzle dated September 19 2025, the definitive 4-letter answer is: PROW.

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