This is the 8834th most frequent French word.
brandies
"Brandies" is the French past participle of "brandir," meaning "waved" or "brandished."
Here, 'brandies' is used in its verb form meaning 'to brandish', typically to hold up or wave something in a demonstrative manner.
Les idées novatrices sont brandies lors de la réunion.
Innovative ideas are brandished during the meeting.
In this construction, 'brandies' emphasizes the act of displaying or wielding weapons prominently or energetically.
Les armes furent brandies avec ferveur par les soldats.
The weapons were brandished fervently by the soldiers.
This usage of 'brandies' denotes the demonstrative waving of signs or banners, often as a part of public display or protest.