nodding

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/ˈnɒdɪŋ/ English

Definitions

verb

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.

noun

The act by which one nods.

adjective

Having the flower facing downwards.

Related words

Synonyms

drooping pendulous napping drowsing dozy asleep dozing drowsy unerect cernuous dipping bowing inclining bobbing leaning tilting

Associated

umbel foxtail panicle raceme trillium petals inflorescence scented shaking fragrant centimeter

Rhymes

plodding marauding prodding sodding lauding rodding codding defrauding podding applauding

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