transitive. To brandish or flourish threateningly (a weapon or something used as a weapon); †to wield. Also, to flourish, wave (something) in…

To wave or brandish (a weapon). Also absol., to beckon, make signals.

transitive. To flourish, wave about (a sword, spear, dart, club, or other manual weapon) by way of threat or display, or in preparation for action.

To brandish (a weapon, etc.); to wave about by way of show or triumph. Also, to move (the limbs) vigorously.

To throw or jerk up suddenly without letting go; †spec. to brandish (arms) (obsolete). to toss oars, ‘to throw them up out of the rowlocks, and…

To brandish (a weapon).