brandir — meaning in English

English meaning

• brandish verb To move or swing a weapon back and forth, particularly if demonstrating anger, threat or skill.
• wield verb To hold and use a tool or weapon skilfully.

Senses

brandir is used for these senses in English:

• brandish (transitive) To move or swing a weapon back and forth, particularly if demonstrating anger, threat or skill.
• wield To handle with skill and ease, especially a weapon or tool.

brandish — full definition

1. verb To move or swing a weapon back and forth, particularly if demonstrating anger, threat or skill.
2. verb To bear something with ostentatious show.

wield — full definition

1. verb To hold and use a tool or weapon skilfully.
2. verb To hold and exercise power or influence.

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