Pronunciation: /nɑd/
noun a movement of the head up and down, especially as a sign of agreement or acknowledgment
A1 She gave a nod of approval.
A2 The teacher gave a nod to indicate that it was time to start.
B1 He greeted me with a nod.
B2 The boss gave a nod of acknowledgment during the meeting.
C1 The nod of agreement from the board members sealed the deal.
C2 Her subtle nod signaled to the team that it was time to wrap up the project.
verb to move one's head up and down as a sign of agreement or acknowledgment
A1 She nodded her head in agreement.
A2 He nodded politely to his neighbor as he walked by.
B1 The teacher nodded approvingly at the student's answer.
B2 The CEO nodded in recognition of the hard work done by the team.
C1 The judge nodded in acknowledgment of the lawyer's argument.
C2 The diplomat nodded diplomatically during the negotiation meeting.
formal She gave a nod of approval after reviewing the proposal.
informal I nodded in agreement with what he was saying.
slang The teacher nodded off during the boring lecture.
figurative The decision to move forward with the project received a nod from the board members.
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