挥舞 huīwǔ to brandish
to brandish; to wave something
How to remember 挥舞: 挥 to direct + 舞 dance = to brandish.
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How it is used
- To wave or brandish something held in the hand, vigorously and overhead - 挥舞旗帜 (huīwǔ qízhì) wave flags; 挥舞拳头 (huīwǔ quántóu) brandish fists.
- Needs an object being waved; contrast 挥手 (huīshǒu) wave one's hand in greeting, which has no object.