undulatory
Americanadjective
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Also undular. moving in undulations.
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having the form or appearance of waves.
adjective
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caused by or characterized by waves or undulations
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having a wavelike motion or form
Other Word Forms
- nonundulatory adjective
Etymology
Origin of undulatory
Example Sentences
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A rush of energy follows the introspective opening, as more dancers arrive, joining together in full-bodied, undulatory movement that integrates the fast-paced, stamping footwork of Tswana.
From New York Times
"You get this undulatory motion of the fins, and it looks as if it is chasing the light."
From BBC
A few minutes passed before the musicians — on viola, violin, trumpet, clarinet, cello, flute and vocals — joined in with a warbling chant, laying the foundation for many more undulatory layers of sound.
From New York Times
Several other important researches connected with the undulatory theory of light are embodied in his treatise on “Light” published in the Encyclopaedia metropolitana.
From Project Gutenberg
It frequently remains in the air for several seconds, and while there also makes undulatory motions, during which the position of the feet under the table can be thoroughly examined.
From Project Gutenberg
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