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nudge
(n/@//dZ/ )

noun (n)

  • a slight push or shake(noun.act)
    Synonym:
    jog
    source: wordnet30
  • A gentle push, or jog, as with the elbow.(noun)
    source: webster1913

verb (v)

  • to push against gently(verb.contact)
    Example:
    She nudged my elbow when she saw her friend enter the restaurant.
    Synonym:
    poke at, prod
    source: wordnet30
  • push into action by pestering or annoying gently(verb.communication)
    source: wordnet30
  • To touch gently, as with the elbow, in order to call attention or convey intimation.(verb)
    source: webster1913
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