nagen — meaning in English

English meaning

• gnaw verb To bite or chew persistently on something tough.
• nag verb To repeatedly pester or criticize someone about something, in an annoying way.

Senses

nagen is used for these senses in English:

• gnaw (ambitransitive) To bite something persistently, especially something tough.
• gnaw (intransitive) To produce excessive anxiety or worry.
• nag To bother with persistent thoughts or memories.

gnaw — full definition

1. verb To bite or chew persistently on something tough.
2. verb To cause ongoing worry or discomfort.

nag — full definition

1. verb To repeatedly pester or criticize someone about something, in an annoying way.
2. verb To trouble someone persistently, as a worry or doubt does.
3. noun An old or worn-out horse.

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