Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
wave-off
verb
/weɪv ɒf/
Definition
A gesture made by moving one’s hand or arm to indicate that someone should not come closer or should leave.
Examples
- She waved him off when he tried to enter the room.
- The coach waved off the players during the timeout.
Meaning
To signal to someone that they should stop approaching or should leave, often used in situations where one doesn’t want the person to proceed.
Synonyms
- Dismiss
- Signal away
- Send away
