waveoff
/ˈweɪvˌɔf/
noun
- An act of signaling with a hand or object to stop or prevent something, especially an aircraft from landing.
- The pilot received a waveoff from the carrier and had to circle around for another attempt.
- A waveoff from the air traffic controller prevented a potential collision on the runway.
- The ground crew gave a waveoff to the approaching helicopter because the landing pad was not clear.
- A rejection or dismissal of an idea, offer, or person.
- She gave a polite waveoff to the salesman at the door.
- His proposal got a waveoff from the committee, who said it was too expensive.
- The manager's waveoff of my suggestion made me feel discouraged.
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verb
- To signal with a hand or object to stop or prevent something, especially an aircraft from landing.
- The referee waved off the player's attempt to argue the call.
- She waved off the waiter when he tried to refill her glass.
- The deck crew waved off the jet because the cable wasn't ready.
- To dismiss or reject something or someone casually or firmly.
- The CEO waved off the offer of a partnership without even reading the details.
- She waved off the compliment, feeling embarrassed.
- He waved off my concerns, saying everything was under control.
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