nod

B2 · Upper Intermediate

v. to start falling asleep, especially while sitting up, so that your head drops forward.

v. to let the head drop forward through drowsiness; often used with 'off'.

“The lecture was so boring that several students started to nod off in the back row.”

“After a double shift at the hospital, she found herself nodding over her book, unable to focus on a single sentence.”

C1 · Advanced Literary

v. to mention or show respect to something in a subtle way.

v. to make a subtle or indirect reference to something; to allude to a previous work or idea.

“The new building's design nods to the traditional style of the neighborhood.”

“The director's latest film frequently nods to classic noir cinema through its use of high-contrast lighting and cynical dialogue.”

B1 · Intermediate Countable noun

n. a single movement of the head up and down.

n. a brief downward and upward movement of the head.

“With a slight nod of her head, she signaled that the meeting was over.”

“He gave a curt nod to his rival across the room, acknowledging his presence without offering a formal greeting.”

B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun

n. a sign of approval or being chosen for something.

n. an act of giving approval or a nomination for an award or position.

“The young actress was surprised to get the nod for the lead role in the play.”

“The committee gave the final nod to the renovation project after reviewing the updated budget and safety reports.”

C2 · Proficiency Uncountable noun Medicine Slang

n. a state of being half-asleep or confused because of strong drugs.

n. a state of semi-consciousness or stupor induced by the use of narcotics, particularly opioids.

“The documentary showed the harsh reality of addicts lost in the nod on city streets.”

“The patient was found in a deep nod, barely responsive to external stimuli following the accidental overdose.”