1. pushed gently with the elbow or finger to get attention or give a signal
Usage: past tense of nudge
2. encouraged or persuaded someone gently to do something
Usage: past tense of nudge
3. moved something slightly by pushing it gently
Usage: past tense of nudge

Examples

• She nudged me with her elbow during the movie.
• He nudged his friend to wake him up in class.
• The teacher nudged the students to participate more in discussions.
• My parents nudged me to apply for the scholarship.
• The wind nudged the door open.
• She nudged the book closer to the edge of the table.
• The coach nudged the team toward better performance.