wave of the hand

English

Etymology

wave + of + the + hand

Pronunciation
  • IPA(key): /weɪv ʌv ðə hænd/
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Noun

wave of the hand (plural waves of the hand)

  1. (idiomatic) A simple gesture, as used for command, dismissal, or summoning something as if by magic.
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