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Definition of arm-waving in English: arm-wavingnoun ˈɑːmˌweɪvɪŋ 1The action of waving or gesturing with the arms; an instance of this. 2The use of insubstantial, unsupported, or sensational arguments or claims, especially in scientific discourse; an instance of this.
adjective ˈɑːmˌweɪvɪŋ 1That waves or gestures with the arms; characterized by such gestures. 2Using or involving insubstantial, unsupported, or sensational arguments or claims, especially in scientific discourse.
Origin Mid 19th century. From arm + waving<br>late 19th century. From arm + waving. Definition of arm-waving in US English: arm-wavingnounˈɑːmˌweɪvɪŋ 1The action of waving or gesturing with the arms; an instance of this. 2The use of insubstantial, unsupported, or sensational arguments or claims, especially in scientific discourse; an instance of this.
adjectiveˈɑːmˌweɪvɪŋ 1That waves or gestures with the arms; characterized by such gestures. 2Using or involving insubstantial, unsupported, or sensational arguments or claims, especially in scientific discourse.
Origin Mid 19th century. From arm + waving<br>late 19th century. From arm + waving. |