headshake

/ˈhɛdˌʃeɪk/
noun
  1. An act of moving the head from side to side, usually to indicate disagreement, refusal, or disbelief.
    • When asked if he wanted more dessert, he gave a quick headshake.
    • The teacher responded to the student's excuse with a disappointed headshake.
    • Her headshake was enough to tell me she didn't agree with the plan.
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