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nod

/nɒd/

[/nɒd/]

to move the head down to say yes

Beginnerverb

Definition

To nod means to move your head down and up, often to say yes or to greet.

Example

She nodded to show she agreed.

She nodded to show she agreed.

Etymology

From Middle English 'nodden', of uncertain origin.

How & Where It’s Used

Common verb for moving the head to mean yes.

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