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nod verb (nodded, nodding) 1 tr & intr to make a brief bowing gesture with the head, in agreement or greeting, etc; to bow (the head) briefly. 2 intrans to let the head droop with sleepiness; to become drowsy. See nod off below. 3 intrans to make a mistake through momentary loss of concentration. 4 to indicate or direct by nodding • nodded her approval • He was nodded towards the Customs. 5 intrans said of flowers and plumes, etc: to sway or bob about. noun a quick bending forward of the head; a slight bow; a movement of the head as a gesture of assent, greeting or command. on the nod colloq said of the passing of a proposal, etc: by general agreement, without the formality of a vote. the Land of Nod the imaginary country to which sleepers go.
ETYMOLOGY: 14c.

nod off intrans to fall asleep.

nod someone or something through 1 in parliament: to allow someone to vote by proxy. 2 to pass something without a discussion or vote, etc.