Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
send-a-wave
verb phrase
/sɛnd ə weɪv/
Definition
A gesture of greeting or acknowledgment made by waving one’s hand.
Examples
- She decided to send-a-wave to her friends across the street.
- As the train departed, the passengers on board sent-a-wave to those on the platform.
- He always sends-a-wave when he sees someone he knows.
Meaning
To send a wave means to signal someone, often as a friendly hello or goodbye.
Synonyms
- wave
- greet
- salute
- acknowledge