I. ˈbran-dish transitive verb
Etymology: Middle English braundisshen, from Anglo-French brandiss-, stem of brandir, from brant, braund sword, of Germanic origin; akin to Old English brand
Date: 14th century
1. : to shake or wave (as a weapon) menacingly
2. : to exhibit in an ostentatious or aggressive manner
Synonyms: see swing
II. noun
Date: 1599
: an act or instance of brandishing