Nod and Recline

Nod

Nod verb - To make short up-and-down movements.

Recline and nod are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Recline" instead a verb "Nod".

Nearby Words: nodded, nodding

Recline

Recline verb - Move the upper body backwards and down.

Nod and recline are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Nod" instead a verb "Recline".

Nearby Words: reclining, recliner
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