prod prod /ˈprɑːd/

noun

1. A pointed instrument that is used to prod into a state of motion  ( prod , goad )
   a pointed instrument that is used to prod into a state of motion
   
2. A verbalization that encourages you to attempt something  ( goad , goading , prod , prodding , spur , spurring , urging )
   a verbalization that encourages you to attempt something
    The ceaseless prodding got on his nerves
   the ceaseless prodding got on his nerves
   
   

verb

1. () Urge on; cause to act  ( incite , egg on , prod )
   urge on; cause to act
    The other children egged the boy on, but he did not want to throw the stone through the window
   The other children egged the boy on, but he did not want to throw the stone through the window
   
2. () To push against gently  ( poke at , prod , nudge )
   to push against gently
    She nudged my elbow when she saw her friend enter the restaurant
   She nudged my elbow when she saw her friend enter the restaurant
   
3. Poke or thrust abruptly  ( dig , prod , stab , jab , poke )
   poke or thrust abruptly
    He jabbed his finger into her ribs
   he jabbed his finger into her ribs