wave
Translation
wave, gesture
Examples
The ocean waves were very high.
The ocean waves were very high.
She gave a little wave to say goodbye.
She gave a little wave to say goodbye.
Light travels in the form of waves.
Light travels in the form of waves.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the)) wave a disturbance on the surface of a liquid body The ocean waves were very high.
((give sb.)) a wave to make a signal with one's hand She gave a little wave.
Similar Words
Synonyms: ripple, swell, gesture, signal
Etymology
From Old English 'wafian' meaning 'to fluctuate, wave', related to the motion of water or a hand.
Memory Tips
Picture the up-and-down motion of water, a hand, or energy like sound or light.