a verbalization that encourages you to attempt something
The ceaseless prodding got on his nerves.
source: WordNet 3.0
a pointed instrument that is used to prod into a state of motion
source: WordNet 3.0
A pointed instrument for pricking or puncturing, as a goad, an awl, a skewer, etc.
source: Webster 1913
verb
to push against gently
She nudged my elbow when she saw her friend enter the restaurant.
source: WordNet 3.0
urge on; cause to act
The other children egged the boy on, but he did not want to throw the stone through the window.
source: WordNet 3.0
poke or thrust abruptly
He jabbed his finger into her ribs.
source: WordNet 3.0
To thrust some pointed instrument into; to prick with something sharp; as, to prod a soldier with a bayonet; to prod oxen; hence, to goad, to incite, to worry; as, to prod a student.
