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  • past tense form of wave.
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waved

American  
[weyvd] / weɪvd /

adjective

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


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Etymology

Origin of waved

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

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Supporters waved Egyptian flags and Palestinian flags in support of nearby Gaza, as well as a poster of coach Hossam Hossan draping both flags over himself during the tournament.

From Barron's Jul. 10, 2026

Some even waved red cards in the air.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 7, 2026

They waved small American flags as salted sea air wafted in from the Pacific Ocean.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 4, 2026

England's appeals for a penalty are waved away after DR Congo goalkeeper Lionel Mpasi appears to bring down Harry Kane.

From BBC Jul. 1, 2026

She waved and honked her normal three friendly honks.

From "A Boy Called Bat" by Elana K. Arnold

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