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| 1. | [ noun ] motion of hands or body to emphasize or help to express a thought or feeling | |
| Related terms: | motion jab mudra gesticulate | |
| 2. | [ noun ] the use of movements (especially of the hands) to communicate familiar or prearranged signals | |
| Synonyms: | motion gesticulation | |
| Related terms: | visual_communication shrug nod flourish wave sign sign_of_the_cross V_sign bow facial_expression high-five previous_question beck gesticulation gesticulate | |
| 3. | [ verb ] show, express or direct through movement | |
| Synonyms: | gesticulate motion | |
| Examples: | "He gestured his desire to leave" |
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| Related terms: | communicate nod beckon bow wink shrug stretch_out applaud clap bless shake cross_oneself gesticulation | |
| 4. | [ noun ] something done as an indication of intention | |
| Examples: | "a political gesture" or "a gesture of defiance" |
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| Related terms: | indication beau_geste | |
| Similar spelling: |
gestural |
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