nod
/nɑd/
noun
- An act of moving your head up and down, especially to show agreement or greeting.
- She answered with a nod instead of speaking.
- With a nod from the boss, the meeting began.
- He gave a quick nod to show he was listening.
verb
- To move your head up and down, especially to show agreement, understanding, or greeting.
- When the teacher asked if everyone understood, most students nodded.
- He nodded politely as the new neighbor introduced herself.
- She nodded in agreement when her friend suggested pizza for dinner.
- To let your head fall forward when you are falling asleep, especially while sitting.
- She nodded off during the long train ride.
- I was so tired during the movie that I kept nodding.
- The old man nodded in his chair by the fireplace.
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