C2verblaw
US/ˈbræn.dɪʃ/
UK/ˈbræn.dɪʃ/
to wave a weapon or object in the air in a threatening or excited way
In context
The robber brandished a knife and demanded money from the cashier.
Fans brandished flags and scarves as the team arrived at the airport.
She came out of the office brandishing the contract like a trophy.
Words that go with brandish
verb + noun
- brandishing a knifeA man brandishing a knife was arrested outside the station.
- brandishing a gunThe film opens with a soldier brandishing a gun.
- brandish a weaponIt is a crime to brandish a weapon in public.
- brandish a swordThe actor brandished a sword during the fight scene.
- brandishing placardsProtesters stood outside the factory gates brandishing placards.
- brandishing a stickThe farmer ran out brandishing a stick to chase the monkeys away.