wedel

[ veyd-l ]

verb (used without object)

1. to engage in wedeln.

Word History and Origins

Origin of wedel¹

First recorded in 1960–65; back formation from wedeln

Example Sentences

Dr. von Wedel and I saw two tidal inlets that were open when we were being flown back to Brownsville.

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It is true that, some days before, Wedel's mother had startled us a little.

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Among these was my dear Wedel who happened to be in the neighborhood.

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Wedel had found a Cossack sword which he showed to admiring girls.

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Wedel was, however, overwhelmed by the Russians near the village of Kay, and the junction with Laudon took place.

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