nudge — to push someone gently with your elbow to get their attention
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to push someone gently with your elbow to get their attention
Pronunciation (IPA): /nʌdʒ/
Example Sentences
- My mom had to nudge me three times before I finally got out of bed on Monday morning.
- The cat nudged the empty food bowl toward me, clearly demanding breakfast.
- Sometimes we all need a little nudge to step out of our comfort zone.
nudge
VERB[/nʌdʒ/]
to push someone gently with your elbow to get their attention
She gave her friend a gentle nudge to point at the celebrity across the cafe.
A gentle nudge helps release the grudge before the judge!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The origin of 'nudge' is uncertain, but it likely emerged in English in the late 17th century. It may derive from Scandinavian languages, possibly related to Norwegian 'nyggja' meaning to rub or push, though the exact etymology remains debated among linguists.
Breakdown
'Nudge' is a simple, unanalyzable root word with no clear morpheme components in English. It functions as a base verb without derivable prefix or suffix elements (though 'nudged' and 'nudging' are regular inflections).
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📝Examples
“My mom had to nudge me three times before I finally got out of bed on Monday morning.”
“The cat nudged the empty food bowl toward me, clearly demanding breakfast.”
“Sometimes we all need a little nudge to step out of our comfort zone.”
“He nudged the door open with his shoulder since his hands were full of groceries.”
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