wave (A2)
noun
Pronunciation: /weɪv/
Definition
A moving ridge of water on the surface of a sea or lake.
Examples
The children played in the small waves near the shore.
A big wave crashed onto the sand.
Surfers wait for the perfect wave to ride.
How to Use wave
- wave at (prepositional phrase)
- To move your hand to greet someone. — "He waved at his friend across the street."
- wave to (prepositional phrase)
- To move your hand to greet someone. — "She waved to her teacher in the hall."
- a wave of (collocation)
- A sudden increase or strong feeling of something. — "A wave of sadness came over him."
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