Prod definition

(1) A pointed instrument that is used to prod into a state of motion

(2) A verbalization that encourages you to attempt something

"The ceaseless prodding got on his nerves"

(3) Poke or thrust abruptly

"He jabbed his finger into her ribs"

(4) Urge on; cause to act

"They other children egged the boy on, but he did not want to throw the stone through the window"

(5) To push against gently

"She nudged my elbow when she saw her friend enter the restaurant"