Meaning & Definition of word "Nodding"

Nodding

/ˈnɒd.ɪŋ/

1. The act of nodding.
- Example: His nodding in agreement encouraged her to continue speaking.
2. A gesture of approval or recognition indicated by a quick downward motion of the head.
- Example: With a nodding of heads, the committee approved the proposal unanimously.

1. The action of moving the head up and down, often as a sign of agreement, acknowledgement, or encouragement.
- Example: She was nodding in agreement as the speaker talked about the benefits of teamwork.
2. To lower the head briefly and quickly, often as a response to drowsiness or boredom.
- Example: He found himself nodding during the long lecture, struggling to stay awake.
3. The action of moving the head up and down in rhythm, typically to music.
- Example: The crowd was nodding their heads to the beat of the music.

●From Middle English 'nodden', related to the Old Norse word 'nodda', meaning to shake or move.

nodding off:

Falling asleep, typically unintentionally.

nodding in agreement:

Indicating agreement through head movement.

nodding your head:

Generic term for the action of moving the head up and down.

nod:

To move the head up and down.

acknowledge:

To accept or admit the existence or truth of something.

gesture:

A movement of the body to express something.

Meaning: Nod out

● Example Sentence: He nodded out during the movie, completely lost in sleep.

Meaning: Nod to the game

● Example Sentence: He gave a nod to the game, showing he was ready to play.