Nod
Pronunciation: /ˈnɑːd/
Nod (verb)
- Move your head up and down to show agreement or understanding.
- Move your head slightly to greet someone or acknowledge their presence.
- Move your head forward slightly when you are starting to fall asleep.
Examples
- She nodded in agreement with the plan.
- He nodded to show he understood the instructions.
Common collocations: nod in agreement, nod to indicate, nod a greeting, nod to acknowledge, nod off
Nod (noun)
- A quick movement of the head up and down to show agreement or greeting.
Examples
- She gave a nod of approval.
- His nod was enough to signal agreement.