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nodder

/ˈnɑː.dɚ/
nod · der

Plural:nodders
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• noun

1

A person who nods their head, especially to indicate agreement, attentiveness, or drowsiness.

Example

"The speaker appreciated the enthusiastic nodders in the front row who encouraged him throughout the lecture."


2

A person who habitually or uncritically agrees with a superior or authority figure.

Example

"Instead of surrounding herself with compliant nodders, the director hired advisers who would challenge her assumptions."


3

A small figurine or novelty toy with an oversized head mounted on a spring so that it bobs up and down when touched.

Example

"He kept a vintage ceramic nodder of his favorite baseball mascot on the dashboard of his truck."

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Nodder. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/nodder
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