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undulatory

[ uhn-juh-luh-tawr-ee, -tohr-ee, uhn-dyuh-, -duh- ]

adjective

  1. Also ܲd·. moving in undulations.
  2. having the form or appearance of waves.


ˈܲԻܱٴǰ

/ ˈʌndjʊlətərɪ; -trɪ /

adjective

  1. caused by or characterized by waves or undulations
  2. having a wavelike motion or form
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  • ԴDz·ܲd··ٴr adjective
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Word History and Origins

Origin of undulatory1

First recorded in 1720–30; undulate + -ory 1
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A rush of energy follows the introspective opening, as more dancers arrive, joining together in full-bodied, undulatory movement that integrates the fast-paced, stamping footwork of Tswana.

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"You get this undulatory motion of the fins, and it looks as if it is chasing the light."

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A few minutes passed before the musicians — on viola, violin, trumpet, clarinet, cello, flute and vocals — joined in with a warbling chant, laying the foundation for many more undulatory layers of sound.

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Several other important researches connected with the undulatory theory of light are embodied in his treatise on “Light” published in the Encyclopaedia metropolitana.

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It frequently remains in the air for several seconds, and while there also makes undulatory motions, during which the position of the feet under the table can be thoroughly examined.

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