Nerd Nod

The quick head-tilt of mutual respect when two geeks recognize each other’s rare tech, custom gear, or deep-cut fandom.

Example 1:

I whipped out my Steam Deck and got a Nerd Nod from the guy across the café.

Example 2:

She saw my mechanical keyboard with artisan keycaps and gave me the Nerd Nod.

by Alien Adenoid August 10, 2025

Dutch Nod

When you are out in public spaces, (most often your local farmer's market and/or auction, diner, luncheonette, or fire company social quarters) somewhere in south central Pennsylvania, and you notice you are being watched by an old man who does nothing more than give you a barely perceptible nod (perhaps squinting a bit as well), letting you know you are "O.K." and accepted.

"hey man you sure we are gonna be ok walking into this place? It looks rough."
"Yeah man, that old dude gave me the Dutch Nod walking in"
"Really??? That guy gave me the finger!!"
"Well then.... you're fucked"

by war-n March 14, 2019

Nod You

In a argument using "Nod You" meaning you'll knock them out

"Quit talking to me like that before I nod your ass"

by HoodUser346 September 3, 2022

The Nod

When your girl proudly/excitedly nods in that very particular way

Guy: Did you eat all the cookies again?
Girl: (does *The Nod*) They were delicious!

by Androbin October 23, 2020

Nod

its the new pog.

nodchamp

by noderino March 8, 2021

Tax hell nod

Turn your head slightly left. Nod quick.

“Tax hell nod”

by Verbaljewely May 2, 2021

Asshole Nod

That moment, when you see your boss at the office, or some old friend on the street, and the person looks you directly in the eye and nods without saying a word because they are too much of a coward to speak or apologize for being a utter douchebag at some time in the past.

Dude: "Hey bro did the bossman come talk with you?"
Me: "No dude, he just sort of gave me the Asshole Nod."

Dude: "Wtf is wrong with that guy, he's such a douche and a pussy?"
Me: "Word"

by McDoodles October 27, 2014