gladwink

noun
UK /ˈɡlædwɪŋk/
US /ˈɡlædwɪŋk/

A gladwink is a happy little wink you give a friend.

She gave me a quick gladwink across the room to say hello.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A brief, joyful moment of shared understanding between two people.

They shared a gladwink when the surprise party was finally revealed.

3. A small twinkle of light that seems to wink happily.

The fairy lights gave a gladwink through the window.

4. A playful signal of approval or encouragement.

The coach's gladwink told the young player she had done well.