brandishv. t.[OE. braundisen, F. brandir, fr. brand a sword, fr. OHG. brant brand. See Brand, n.]1. To move or wave, as a weapon; to raise and move in various directions; to shake or flourish.()The quivering lance which he brandished bright. (Drake.)2. To play with; to flourish; as, to brandish syllogisms.()n. A flourish, as with a weapon, whip, etc.(Tailer.)