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waved

/weɪvd/ adjective A2
  1. Having a wave-like form or outline; undulating.
  2. Wavy. · For quotations using this term, see Citations:waved.
  3. Having on the margin a succession of curved segments or incisions.
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“Excuse the admiration of a connoisseur,” said he as he waved his hand towards the line of portraits which covered the opposite wall.
The Hound of the Baskervilles, p. 176 · C1
He waved his hand, and they scampered away downstairs like so many rats, and we heard their shrill voices next moment in the street.
A Study in Scarlet, p. 57 · B2
IT was broad daylight when Anne awoke and sat up in bed, staring confusedly at the window through which a flood of cheery sunshine was pouring and outside of which something white and feathery waved across glimpses of blue sky.
Anne of Green Gables, p. 37 · C1
And, I say, Doctor, there may be some little danger, so kindly put your army revolver in your pocket.” He waved his hand, turned on his heel, and disappeared in an instant among the crowd.
The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes, p. 22 · B2

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