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词汇 arm-waving
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Definition of arm-waving in English:

arm-waving

noun 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-waving

nounˈɑːmˌweɪvɪŋ

  • 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.
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