brainwave
World English Dictionary
brainwave (ˈbreɪnˌweɪv) ![[Click for IPA pronunciation guide]](http://static.sfdict.com/dictstatic/g/d/dictionary_questionbutton_default.gif) | |
| —n | |
| informal Also called: brainstorm a sudden inspiration or idea | |
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| brainwave | |
noun | |
| 1. | (neurophysiology) rapid fluctuations of voltage between parts of the cerebral cortex that are detectable with an electroencephalograph |
| 2. | the clear (and often sudden) understanding of a complex situation [syn: insight] |
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Brainwave
is always a great word to know.
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| a children's mummer's parade, as on the Fourth of July, with prizes for the best costumes. |
| a scrap or morsel of food left at a meal. |
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