abanar — meaning in English
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English meaning
Senses
abanar is used for these senses in English:
- fan (transitive) To blow air on (something) by means of a fan (hand-held, mechanical or electrical) or otherwise.
- shake (transitive) To move (one's head) from side to side, especially to indicate refusal, reluctance, or disapproval.
- wag To swing from side to side, as an animal's tail, or someone's head to express disagreement or disbelief.
fan — full definition
- noun A device, hand-held or powered, that moves air to cool someone or something down.
- noun A person who admires and follows a performer, team, or interest closely.
- verb To move air onto something using a fan or a waving motion, or to spread out in a fan shape.
shake — full definition
- verb To move something rapidly back and forth or up and down.
- verb To move one's head from side to side, usually to say no or express disbelief.
- verb To upset or emotionally disturb someone.
- verb To get rid of or escape from someone or something.
- noun A thick drink made by blending ice cream (or milk) with flavoring.