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nod
/nɒd/
[/nɒd/]
move the head down to agree
Intermediateverb
Definition
To move the head down and up to show agreement or as a greeting. It can also be a noun for this movement.
Example
She nodded to show she understood.
She nodded to show she understood.
Etymology
From Middle English 'nodden', of uncertain origin.
How & Where It’s Used
Used to show agreement, greeting, or sleepiness ('nod off').