wigwag

wig·wag (w

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v. wig·wagged, wig·wag·ging, wig·wags

v.intr.

1. To move back and forth; wag steadily or rhythmically: watched the pendulum wigwag.

2. To signal by waving a flag, light, or upraised arm, especially in accordance with a code.

v.tr.

1. To move (something) back and forth steadily or rhythmically.

2. To convey (a message or signal) by waving a flag, light, or upraised arm.

1. The act or practice of wigwagging.

2. A message sent by this method.

[Dialectal wig, to move + wag.]

wigwagger n.

wigwag [ˈwɪgˌwæg]

vb -wags, -wagging, -wagged

1. to move (something) back and forth

2. (Military) to communicate with (someone) by means of a flag semaphore

(Military)

a. a system of communication by flag semaphore

b. the message signalled

[from obsolete wig, probably short for wiggle + wag¹]

wigwagger n

ThesaurusLegend: Synonyms Related Words Antonyms

Verb	1.	wigwag - send a signal by waving a flag or a light according to a certain code brandish, wave, flourish - move or swing back and forth; "She waved her gun"
	2.	wigwag - signal by or as if by a flag or light waved according to a code signal, signalise, signalize, sign - communicate silently and non-verbally by signals or signs; "He signed his disapproval with a dismissive hand gesture"; "The diner signaled the waiters to bring the menu"

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Operators can select the wigwag pattern and flashing speed for the lights.

When seconds count: CANbus facilitates info & control for EMTs by Designfax

The MHD stacker includes a programmable oscillating inlet conveyor with a pinch roll at the top, a driven hugger-belt wigwag, flaps, lift, necessary frames and controls.

Automated accurate rubber strip stacking--part 2 by Slone, Michael G. / Rubber World

We don't seek advice on government from deposed dictators, we don't seek advice on start-up magazines from the folks who brought you Wigwag or Seven Days, and we certainly don't seek advice on flying an airplane from a pilot who totaled the 747.

You Too Can Lose Millions! by QUEENAN, JOE / Chief Executive (U.S.)

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