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The action of nodding the head, especially as a sign of drowsiness. Latin “nutatio”=nodding < “nutare”=to nod.
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April 22, 2019 in Etymology | Tags: Latin, nutation | by WordsWatcher | Comments closed
The action of nodding the head, especially as a sign of drowsiness. Latin “nutatio”=nodding < “nutare”=to nod.