1. waving or displaying something, especially a weapon, in a threatening or aggressive manner
Usage: present participle of brandish

Examples

• The angry man was brandishing a baseball bat at the protesters.
• She stood in the doorway brandishing a kitchen knife.
• The knight came charging forward, brandishing his sword.
• The robber was brandishing a gun when police arrived.
• He was arrested for brandishing a weapon in public.
• The protesters were brandishing signs and chanting loudly.