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brainwave

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Noun — A sudden clever idea or inspiration.

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have a brainwave brainwave activity

Etymology

From brain + wave.

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What does “brainwave” mean?

The word “brainwave” means a sudden clever idea or inspiration. In plain terms, either a flash of inspiration, or the measurable electrical activity of the brain.

How do you use “brainwave” in a sentence?

Here is “brainwave” used in a sentence: “He had a brainwave and fixed the bug in minutes.”

What part of speech is “brainwave”?

“Brainwave” is a noun.

How many meanings does “brainwave” have?

“Brainwave” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a sudden clever idea or inspiration.

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