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Wordabulary

wave

Pronunciation
Verb A1 Beginner

Quick answer

To move your hand from side to side, usually to greet or say goodbye to someone.

"She waved to her friend across the street."

Usage notes

Wave is also a noun, as in heat wave or crime wave, describing a temporary surge.

Test yourself

Which word fits the gap? "She _____ to her friend across the street."

Answer: wave

In your own words, what does "wave" mean?

To move your hand from side to side, usually to greet or say goodbye to someone.

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