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Prod - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

To prod means to gently push or urge someone or something to act, often with a finger or a pointed object. It can also mean to encourage or prompt someone to do something.

prod

/prɑd/ /prɒd/

Definition:

To poke or urge someone or something to act.

Synonyms:

poke, nudge, spur, goad

Part of Speech:

verb, noun

Antonyms:

discourage, dissuade

Common Collocations:

gentle prod, sharp prod, prod into action

Derivatives:

prodding, prodded

Usage Tips:

Use "prod" to describe a gentle push or encouragement to prompt action.

Common Phrases:

on the prod, prod into action

Etymology:

Originated in the 16th century, possibly imitative of poking or pushing.

Examples:

  • 1. She gave him a gentle prod to wake up.
  • 2. The teacher used questions to prod students into thinking deeper.
  • 3. He felt a sharp prod in his side during the crowd.
  • 4. Farmers often prod cattle to move them along the path.

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