Jostling vs. Nudge

Jostlingnoun

An act of jostling; a push or shove.

Jostlingnoun

the act of jostling (forcing your way by pushing)

Nudgenoun

A gentle push.

Nudgenoun

(Internet) A feature of instant messaging software used to get the attention of another user, as by shaking the conversation window or playing a sound.

Nudgenoun

The rotation by one step of a fruit machine reel of the player's choice.

Nudgenoun

The use of positive reinforcement and indirect suggestions as ways to influence.

Nudgeverb

(transitive) To push against gently, especially in order to gain attention or give a signal.

Nudgeverb

(transitive) To near or come close to something.

Nudgeverb

To touch gently, as with the elbow, in order to call attention or convey intimation.

Nudgenoun

A gentle push, or jog, as with the elbow.

Nudgenoun

a slight push or shake

Nudgeverb

to push against gently;

Nudgeverb

push into action by pestering or annoying gently