nounπShareA gentle push."The nudge of the teacher's hand gently steered the student back to their desk. "actionsensationChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA feature of instant messaging software used to get the attention of another user, as by shaking the conversation window or playing a sound."I sent my friend a nudge on the messaging app because she wasn't replying to my important question. "technologycomputinginternetcommunicationelectronicsmediasignaldeviceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareThe rotation by one step of a fruit machine reel of the player's choice."Since the machine was showing two lemons and a cherry, I decided to try a nudge."gamemachineentertainmentChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareThe use of positive reinforcement and indirect suggestions as ways to influence."The teacher used a nudge to encourage students to participate more in class discussions. "communicationmindattitudesocietyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo push against gently, especially in order to gain attention or give a signal."The teacher nudged the student's arm to get his attention during class. "actioncommunicationsignChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo near or come close to something."The student nudged the textbook closer to the lamp so they could read the assignment. "actiondirectionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
