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Word

waved

US/ˈweɪvd/

UK/wˈeɪvd/

Definition

adj. having a shape or edge that goes up and down like a wave.

adj. having an undulating or wavy form, particularly regarding the margins or outlines of a biological specimen.

Examples

“She waved to her friend across the street.”

“The teacher waved the students into the classroom before the bell rang.”

“He waved a dismissive hand, brushing aside the concerns with a gesture that suggested the matter was already settled.”

Examples

simple

“She waved to her friend across the street.”

contextual

“The teacher waved the students into the classroom before the bell rang.”

complex

“He waved a dismissive hand, brushing aside the concerns with a gesture that suggested the matter was already settled.”

Usage

In botanical or biological contexts, this adjective typically precedes the noun it modifies.

Synonyms

Antonyms

Domain

Biology

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