Definition of "wave"

Kid-friendly meaning of wave, with part of speech, syllables, and example sentences for grades K-2, 3-5, and 6-8.

What does "wave" mean?

wave (noun) — a moving line of water on a lake or ocean, or a friendly hand motion.

Part of speechNoun Syllables1 (wave)

Example sentences using "wave"

Grade K–2
The wave is big!
Grade 3–5
A huge wave crashed against the rocks and sent salty spray into the air.
Grade 6–8
Surfers spend years learning how to read a wave, since the shape of the water shows them when to paddle, when to stand up, and when to bail out.

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