Wink
(verb)
To close one eye briefly as a signal to someone.
Origin:
Middle english winchen, of imitative origin.
Examples:
- She winked at him as a way of letting him know she was joking.
- He winked at the bartender to signal that he was ready for another drink.
- She gave him a knowing wink, as if they shared a secret.
- He winks every time he sees a pretty girl, trying to flirt with them.
- She winked at her friend across the room, trying to get her attention.