To move or wave, as a weapon; to raise and move in various directions; to shake or flourish. The quivering lance which he brandished bright. Drake.
To play with; to flourish; as, to brandish syllogisms.
A flourish, as with a weapon, whip, etc. "Brandishes of the fan." Tailer.
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