Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
noogie
noun
/ˈnʊɡi/
Definition
A playful act of rubbing someone’s head with a fist.
Examples
- After winning the game, he gave his teammate a noogie as a celebration.
- Watching the kids play, I saw one of them give a noogie to another, causing laughter all around.
Meaning
A noogie is often done playfully among friends, usually as a way to tease or show affection.
Synonyms
- headlock
- playful tussle
