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Meaning of gestures

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

gestures

noun

Definitions

  1. A motion of the limbs or body, especially one made to emphasize speech.

    Example: The middle-finger gesture is really a nonverbal swear.

  2. An act or a remark made as a formality or as a sign of attitude.

    Example: We took flowers as a gesture of sympathy.

  3. The manner of carrying the body; position of the body or limbs; posture.

verb

Definitions

  1. To make a gesture or gestures.

    Example: My dad said to never gesture with my hands when I talk.

  2. To express something by a gesture or gestures.

    Example: He gestured his disgust.

  3. To accompany or illustrate with gesture or action.