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The correct spelling is nod.
How to pronounce nod
/nɔd/
nounIPA: /nɔd/
Say it like: Nod
The correct spelling is nod. An instance of inclining the head up and down, as to indicate agreement, or as a cursory greeting. For example: "For the fifth time in her career she received a Grammy nod, she has yet to win the award."
Usage Examples
“For the fifth time in her career she received a Grammy nod, she has yet to win the award.”
“The plan is expected to get the nod from councillors at the next meeting.”
“They nodded their assent.”
Meanings
noun
- 1.An instance of inclining the head up and down, as to indicate agreement, or as a cursory greeting.
- 2.A reference or allusion to something.
- 3.A nomination.
- 4.Approval.
verb
- 1.To incline the head up and down, as to indicate agreement.
- 2.To briefly incline the head downwards as a cursory greeting.
- 3.To sway, move up and down.
- 4.To gradually fall asleep.
- 5.To signify by a nod.
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