nod

Meanings

• Noun

  A brief movement of the head up and down as a sign of assent or acknowledgement.

  - "He gave a nod of approval."
  - "The king gave a regal nod to his subjects."

---

Pronunciation

1. /nɑd/
   
   
   
   Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=1212425"

---

Rhymes

Words rhyming with nod
mode , ode , code , rode

---

Homophones

Words having the same pronunciation but different meanings, origins, or spelling,

1. nod (English) : A type of tree
   

2. nod (English) : To move the head up and down as a sign of assent
   

3. nod (English) : A type of boat
   

---

Variants

List of all variants of nod that leads to same result
nod , nodded , nodder , nodders , nodding , nods , nod off , nodded off , nodding off , nods off , get the nod , give someone a nod , give someone the nod , on the nod

---

Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

The Old English word 'noddan' meant 'to nod'. The Proto-Germanic root 'nod-' also meant 'head'.

---

Trivia

Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word

1. The word 'nod' is derived from the Old English word 'noddan', which meant 'to nod'.

2. In some cultures, a nod is considered a sign of respect and is used in place of a handshake or a bow.

3. The term 'nodding donkey' is used in oil exploration to describe a device that moves up and down in response to oil pressure, mimicking the movement of a nodding head.

---

Related Concepts

informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to

1. head nod: A more casual or subtle form of agreement or acknowledgement, often used in everyday conversation.

2. bow: A more formal or elaborate gesture of acknowledgement, often used in more formal settings or in response to great respect.

---

Culture

Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.

In literature, the nod is often used to signify agreement or acknowledgement. In art, the nod is a common gesture used in portraits and sculptures to depict a sense of authority or dignity.

How to Memorize "nod"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a person giving a quick up and down movement of their head.
   - Visualize yourself giving a nod in response to a question or statement.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'nod' with the image of a head moving up and down.
   - Think of the word 'acknowledgement' when you see or hear the word 'nod'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember that 'nod' is spelled N-O-D, which can help you remember the definition of the word.
   - Think of the phrase 'Nodding is a nod to agreement' to help remember the meaning of the word.

---

Memorize "nod" using Dictozo

The best and recommended way to memorize nod is, by using Dictozo. Just save the word in Dictozo extension and let the app handle the rest. It enhances the memorization process in two ways:

1. Highlighting:

   Whenever users encounters the saved word on a webpage, Dictozo highlights it, drawing the user's attention and reinforcing memorization.
2. Periodic Reminders:

   Dictozo will send you periodic reminders to remind you the saved word, it will ask you quiz. These reminders could be in the form of notifications or emails, prompting users to recall and reinforce their knowledge.