nod
Because it is a word with a single syllable, nod is not hyphenated. The words that have a single syllable are called monosyllabic words.
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Definitions ofnod
- An instance of inclining the head up and down, as to indicate agreement, or as a cursory greeting.
- A reference or allusion to something.
- A nomination.
Example: "For the fifth time in her career she received a Grammy nod, she has yet to win the award."
- Approval.
Example: "The plan is expected to get the nod from councillors at the next meeting."
- To incline the head up and down, as to indicate agreement.
- To briefly incline the head downwards as a cursory greeting.
- To sway, move up and down.
- To gradually fall asleep.
- To signify by a nod.
Example: "They nodded their assent."
- To make a mistake by being temporarily inattentive or tired
- To head; to strike the ball with one's head.
Example: "Jones nods the ball back to his goalkeeper."
- To allude to something.
- To fall asleep while under the influence of opiates.
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