brandish
//ˈbræn.dɪʃ//
Verb
brandishInfinitive
brandishPresent tense
brandishedPast tense
brandishedPast participle
brandishingPresent participle
brandishesThird-person singular
1
To wave or flourish something, especially a weapon, in a menacing, threatening, or excited manner.
The angry protester brandished a sign above his head.
2
To display or exhibit something ostentatiously or aggressively.
He brandished his new watch to everyone at the party.
Noun
1
The act of waving or flourishing something, especially a weapon.
With a brandish of his sword, the knight signaled the charge.