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Waves

Waves

noun

the Women's Reserve of the U.S. Naval Reserve, the distinct force of women enlistees in the U.S. Navy, organized during World War II.
WAVES

WAVES

acronym

Women Accepted for Volunteer Emergency Service; the women's reserve of the US navy

Synonyms

Waves

American

[weyvz] / weɪvz /

Or WAVES

noun

(used with a singular or plural verb)

the Women's Reserve of the U.S. Naval Reserve, the distinct force of women enlistees in the U.S. Navy, organized during World War II.

WAVES British

/ weɪvz /

acronym

Women Accepted for Volunteer Emergency Service; the women's reserve of the US navy

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Etymology

Origin of Waves

1942; W(omen) A(ccepted for) V(olunteer) E(mergency) S(ervice)

Example Sentences

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Waves entering Wellington Harbour on Tuesday were measured at 11 metres, New Zealand's MetService said.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

Waves of xenophobia had swept the nation at the turn of the century following a massive surge of immigration from Southern and Eastern Europe.

From Salon • May 26, 2026

In the 1920s and 1930s, the view informed three of her novels - Jacob's Room, The Waves and To the Lighthouse.

From BBC • Feb. 14, 2026

Waves in any climate can reduce transit speed and lead to accidents.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 30, 2025

Waves a hand in front of my eyes.

From "X: A Novel" by Ilyasah Shabazz

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