Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

mudge

verb
/mʌdʒ/
Definition
To mudge means to engage in a gentle push or shove, often with playfulness.
Examples
  • She gently mudged her friend to grab his attention.
  • The kids mudged each other while playing tag in the backyard.
  • He mudged the door open with his shoulder.
Meaning
The act of lightly nudging or jostling someone or something, usually in a friendly manner.
Synonyms
  • nudge
  • shove
  • prod
  • jostle