wave in
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
To try, in public, to attract people into a business establishment.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
Bonnie Powers is the walking, talking hotdog who waves customers in off the street and greets the children with a smile. http://valdostadailytimes.com/archive/x1155920621/Slap-Daddy-s-serves-it-fresh-and-hot
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “wave in” mean?
To try, in public, to attract people into a business establishment.
Is “wave in” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.