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waved

American  
[weyvd] / weɪvd /

adjective

  1. having a form, outline, or appearance resembling waves; undulating.

Other Word Forms

  • unwaved adjective

Etymology

Origin of waved

First recorded in 1540–50; wave + -ed 3

Example Sentences

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Kim, in a black leather jacket, operated a missile launcher as thousands of North Koreans waved their national flag.

From The Wall Street Journal

Wearing a neck brace, she briefly lifted her head and waved to the crowd.

From Barron's

Wearing a neck brace, she briefly lifted her head and waved to the crowd.

From Barron's

Hughes simply waved off the sub—and became an Olympic hero.

From The Wall Street Journal

Many drivers honked or waved to show support for the rally.

From Barron's

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