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nodding
01
having branches or flower heads that bend downward
Grammatical Information
Composition
present participle adjective
qualitative
Superlative
most nodding
Comparative
more nodding
gradable
02
entering a drowsy or semi-conscious state, often from opioid use
Slang
What does "nodding" mean in drug slang?
The term "nodding" means entering a drowsy, semi-conscious state, typically caused by opioid use such as heroin or prescription painkillers. The structure is informal slang where "nod" describes the head-bobbing motion that can occur when someone repeatedly drifts in and out of alertness. It is commonly used in drug-related contexts to describe opioid-induced sedation and reduced awareness.
Examples
She was nodding while sitting on the couch.
