Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
arms-flailing
verb phrase
/ɑːrz ˈfleɪlɪŋ/
Definition
Moving one’s arms around in a wild or uncontrolled manner.
Examples
- She was arms-flailing as she tried to catch the attention of her friend across the street.
- The dog ran around in circles, with its owner arms-flailing in joy.
Meaning
The term ‘arms-flailing’ describes the action of swinging or moving the arms energetically, often expressing excitement, panic, or a lack of control.
Synonyms
- waving
- flailing
- swinging
