nod's as good as a wink



nod's as good as a wink

An acknowledgement of the true but hidden meaning of an expression or statement. Primarily heard in UK, Australia. Even though you said otherwise, I know you really have no interest in going out tonight—a nod's as good as a wink.
See also: good, wink

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
EmeraldEM-ə-rəldEnglish (Modern)
LoganLO-gənScottish, English
Paschalis-Late Roman
Lamont['læmənt]
TylorTIE-lərEnglish (Modern)
Jing-Chinese