wave

US /weɪv/
UK /weɪv/
"wave" picture
1.

a ridge of water moving across the surface of a sea, lake, etc.

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The boat was tossed by the large waves.
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Surfers wait for the perfect wave.
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swellbreakerripple
2.

a gesture with the hand and arm, used to greet someone or to signal something

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She gave a friendly wave as I passed by.
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He gave a quick wave to the crowd.
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gesturesignalhand motion
3.

a period in which there is an increase in a particular activity or type of behavior

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There's a new wave of interest in renewable energy.
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The company experienced a wave of new hires.
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surgerushflood
1.

move one's hand or arm to and fro in greeting or as a signal

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She waved goodbye to her friends.
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He waved the taxi over.
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beckonsignalgesture
2.

move something to and fro

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The flag waved in the wind.
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She waved her hand to dismiss him.
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flutterswayflap
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