have nose in a book

have (one's) nose in a book

To be reading a book. Often used of people who always seem to be reading. He's had his nose in a book for the entire camping trip. I wish he would take a break and enjoy the scenery. Poor Mary is so shy. She just has her nose in a book wherever she goes.
See also: book, have, nose
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

have one's nose in a book

Fig. to be reading a book; to read books all the time. Bob has his nose in a book every time I see him. His nose is always in a book. He never gets any exercise.
See also: book, have, nose
McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs.
See also:
  • have (one's) nose in a book
  • have your nose in a book, magazine, etc.
  • nose in a book, have one's
  • curl up with a (good) book
  • cuddle up with a (good) book
  • cuddle up with a book
  • crack a book
  • make book on
  • the Good Book
  • Good Book