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brandish

verb

/ˈbrændɪʃ/

Meaning

to wave or flourish something, especially a weapon, in a threatening or showy way

He brandished a sword to scare off the intruders.

wave, wield, flaunt, display, flourish

conceal, hide, cover

brandish a weapon, brandish a knife, brandish a sword, brandish a gun

to consider or declare officially in a legal or formal manner

To give someone facts or information.

To harden by deposition of calcium salts; to become rigid or inflexible.

to join or sign up, especially for military service; to secure someone's support or help

To strengthen or support something, especially with additional material.

to improve something by making small changes or removing impurities