wave
/weɪv/
Also a verb
Meaning
A raised ridge of water moving across the surface of the sea or an ocean.
A massive wave crashed against the pier and soaked the onlookers.
A gesture made by moving one's raised hand from side to side.
He gave a cheerful wave as he drove past the house.
A sudden increase or spread of a feeling, condition, or activity.
A sudden wave of panic swept through the crowd when the lights failed.
Collocations
- heat wave
- shock wave
- tidal wave
- wave of crime
- wave of nausea
- sound wave
See also make waves