1 Direct materials. 2  Add the total cost of materials purchases in the period to the cost of beginning inventory, and subtract the cost of ending inventory. 3  The result is the cost of direct materials incurred during the period. 4  Direct labor.
Freebase(2.00 / 1 vote)Rate this definition: Nozzle. A nozzle is a device designed to control the direction or characteristics of a fluid flow as it exits an enclosed chamber or pipe. A nozzle is often a pipe or tube of varying cross sectional area, and it can be used to direct or modify the flow of a fluid.
Instructions. Remove the nozzle from the can or bottle. Use a rag to wipe off the nozzle as well as possible to remove any buildup. Run the nozzle under hot water for a couple of minutes. Wipe the nozzle again with a dry rag. This may be all that is necessary to unclog the spray nozzle.Soak the nozzle in rubbing alcohol if the problem persists. Fill a small bowl with alcohol and soak the nozzle for a couple of hours. For a spray-paint nozzle, soak it in paint thinner instead. Remove the nozzle from the bowl and rinse it under water.Wipe the nozzle again with a rag. Scrub the nozzle with an old toothbrush for tough-to-remove buildup. Stick a wooden toothpick carefully into the end of the nozzle that attaches to the can or bottle.oak the nozzle in rubbing alcohol if the problem persists. Fill a small bowl with alcohol and soak the nozzle for a couple of hours. For a spray-paint nozzle, soak it in paint thinner instead. Remove the nozzle from the bowl and rinse it under water. Wipe the nozzle again with a rag.