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
Lilavati-Indian, Hindi (Rare)
Davison['deivisn]
ElouiseEL-o-eez, el-o-EEZEnglish
Jermainejər-MAYNEnglish
Morgan (1)MAWR-gən (English)Welsh, English, French
RabİA-Turkish