What does the cryptic crossword clue "Nod head at introduction to empress (6)" mean?

The definition is "Nod". The wordplay uses acrostic, charade. NUT (synonym of "head") + ATE (synonym of "empress") [first letter: "at"]; definition: "Nod" The answer is NUTATE.

Nod head at introduction to empress (6)

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