the wink
One-eyed flirtation gesture
The wink is a knowing or conspiratorial glance, typically involving a quick closing of one eye.
The phrase often implies shared understanding or inside knowledge: He gave me the wink before the announcement.
To give someone the wink is to signal them covertly, suggesting they're in on something others aren't.
- body languageUnspoken physical expression
- eyelidMovable ocular covering
- blinkRapid lid movement
- cheekinessLighthearted disrespect
- complicityShared criminal involvement
between us · conspiratorial · flirtation · confidence · tip of the hat · symbolism · playfulness · nonverbal communication · trust · mischief · come-hither · intrigue · irony · affection · amusement · squint · knowing look · nudge