swaying Meaning, Definition & Usage

1. verb move back and forth or sideways
   shake; sway; rock.
   
   • the ship was rocking
   • the tall building swayed
   • She rocked back and forth on her feet
2. verb move or walk in a swinging or swaying manner
   sway; swing.
   
   • He swung back
3. verb win approval or support for
   carry; persuade; sway.
   
   • Carry all before one
   • His speech did not sway the voters
4. verb cause to move back and forth
   sway; rock.
   
   • rock the cradle
   • rock the baby
   • the wind swayed the trees gently

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