Definition of nodding

nodding Verb Present participle of nod
nod Verb To incline the head up and down, as to indicate agreement.
nod Verb To incline (the head) up and down, as to indicate agreement.
nod Verb To gradually fall asleep.
nod Verb To make a mistake by being temporarily inattentive or tired
nod Verb To move (the head) so it faces somewhat rightward and somewhat leftward in alternation.
nod Verb To head; to strike the ball with one's head.
nod Noun An instance of moving one's head as described above.