Looking for the meaning of the word NUDGE in English for both noun and verb forms from the Oxford Dictionary? Below, you can explore all possible meanings and definitions of NUDGE with sentence examples. You can also use the “AUDIO PRONUNCIATION” track to check the correct pronunciation in British English.
Word: Nudge
Speech Type: Verb
Etymology:
late 17th century (as a verb): of unknown origin; compare with Norwegian dialect nugga, nyggja ‘to push, rub’
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
nʌdʒ
Dialects: British English
Definition:
prod (someone) gently with one's elbow in order to attract attention
Short Definition:prod gently with one's elbow
Examples:- people were nudging each other and pointing at me
Word: Nudge
Speech Type: Noun
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
nʌdʒ
Dialects: British English
Definition:
a light touch or push
Short Definition:light touch or push
Examples:- he gave her shoulder a nudge
- she appreciated the nudge to her memory
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