covertcue
nounUK /ˈkʌvət kjuː/
US /ˈkoʊvərt kjuː/
A secret signal that tells someone what to do without other people noticing.
The spy gave a covertcue with a small nod of her head.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A quiet reminder in a game that helps a teammate without speaking.
The goalie used a covertcue to tell his friend to run left.
3. A hidden clue in a puzzle that only careful players can find.
The detective found a covertcue in the painting that led to the treasure.
4. A tiny sign in a story that hints at what will happen next.
The author slipped in a covertcue about the surprise ending.