nod

Definition

  • n. a sign of assent or salutation or command
  • n. the act of nodding the head
  • v. express or signify by nodding
  • v. lower and raise the head, as to indicate assent or agreement or confirmation

Word forms

Past tense
nodded
Present participle
nodding
Third person singular
nods
Past participle
nodded

Example sentences

  1. n.

    During the meeting, he gave a nod to show he agreed with the proposal.

  2. vi.

    She started to nod during the lecture because she was so tired.

  3. vt.

    He nodded his head to indicate that he understood the instructions.