What does noogie mean?
Noogie means (slang) An act of putting a person in a headlock and rubbing one's knuckles on the other person's head, often a playful gesture of affection when done lightly..
Noogie
/ˈnʊɡi/ · noun
Meaning
(slang) An act of putting a person in a headlock and rubbing one's knuckles on the other person's head, often a playful gesture of affection when done lightly..
Definitions by Sense
- (slang) An act of putting a person in a headlock and rubbing one's knuckles on the other person's head, often a playful gesture of affection when done lightly.
- (slang) To perform a noogie on.
Example Sentences
give someone a noogie
get a noogie
Marti Page: Mom, is Grandpa Walter going to give me noogies? Susan Page: Of course he's going to give you noogies. He loves giving you noogies. That's how he tells you he loves you. Little Neal Page: Why doesn't he give me noogies? Susan Page: Because you get Indian burns. Little Neal Page: But I prefer noogies.
1991, shooting script of Columbia Pictures My Girl Script, see also My Girl (film). Phil then proceeds to give Harry a noogie HARRY: HEY! WATCH THE HAIR!! THIS SHIRT GIVES!!! ALL RIGHT!!!!"
Synonyms for noogie
Antonyms for noogie
Related Words
Word Forms
- noogies
- noogy
- nuggie
- nuggy
- nugie
- noogying
- noogied
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for noogie?
Common synonyms include Dutch rub.
What is the opposite of noogie?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use noogie in a sentence?
give someone a noogie
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