• noun:   the act of nodding the head
• noun:   a sign of assent or salutation or command
• verb:   be almost asleep

  Example: "The old man sat nodding by the fireplace"

• verb:   let the head fall forward through drowsiness

  Example: "The old man was nodding in his chair"

• verb:   lower and raise the head, as to indicate assent or agreement or confirmation

  Example: "The teacher nodded when the student gave the right answer"

• verb:   express or signify by nodding

  Example: "He nodded his approval"

• verb:   sway gently back and forth, as is in a nodding motion

  Example: "The flowers were nodding in the breeze"

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