Definitions

1. verb

to give a slight push or pressure to (something or someone) in order to move it or them slightly, often in a friendly or casual way

“She nudged her friend to get up and dance.”

2. noun

a slight push or pressure given to something or someone, in order to move it or them slightly

“The nudge on the door was a reminder to let her in.”

3. verb (informal)

to hint at or suggest something, especially in a subtle or indirect way

“The news program nudged the audience towards a certain interpretation of the event.”

4. noun (informal)

a hint or suggestion, especially in a subtle or indirect way

“The nudge in the news program was subtle, but effective.”