Expression: it turns adelite

[Haihao]

Hi,

I have a question to ask of you on the following conversation.

[Mister Micawber]

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I suppose the nose, by reason of proximity. Also, the following phrase ('A lot of money he spent colouring it') is a standard one-liner in pub humour.
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Native English teacher at Mister Micawber's

[Haihao]

Many thanks, Mister Micawber. The reason of proximity is so convincing to me, which, however, was beyond my recognition. Also, the standard one-liner is another 'bonus' to me.

Haihao