wave of the hand

English edit

Etymology edit

wave + of + the + hand

Pronunciation edit

IPA^(key): /weɪv ʌv ðə hænd/
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Noun edit

wave of the hand (plural waves of the hand)

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

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