nod vs inclining

nod and inclining both are nouns.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
nod	Yes	No	Yes	No
inclining	Yes	No	No	No

As nouns, inclining is a hypernym of nod; that is, inclining is a word with a broader meaning than nod:

Other hypernyms of nod include inclination.

nod (noun)	inclining (noun)
the act of nodding the head	the act of inclining; bending forward
a sign of assent or salutation or command

nod (verb)	inclining (verb)
be almost asleep
let the head fall forward through drowsiness
lower and raise the head, as to indicate assent or agreement or confirmation
express or signify by nodding
sway gently back and forth, as in a nodding motion