Keep your nose out of something Definition 1 of 1Pro Tip 1/3Subtle Warning Implies that getting involved could cause trouble or be unwelcome. When she started asking about my finances, I told her to keep her nose out of it. Pro Tip 2/3Emphasizing Discretion Highlights the importance of respecting privacy. He’s very private about his art, so we keep our noses out of his studio. Pro Tip 3/3Indirect Request Used to tell someone indirectly to stop meddling. I can handle my issues myself, please keep your nose out of them.