: to give someone approval She finally gave us the nod on the plans.

Can I give a nod?

give the nod

COMMON If someone gives you the nod or gives the nod, they give you permission to do something. Keep him outside till I give you the nod. Then bring him in. The committee will probably give the nod to the idea of a Community-wide strategy for economic growth.

What does nod mean in slang?

Definition: Fall asleep. Type: Slang Word (Jargon)