gesture

B1
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒɛs.tʃɚ/
Noun
3 definition(s)
1 Definition

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

Example Sentences
  • The middle-finger gesture is really a nonverbal swear.
2 Definition

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

Example Sentences
  • We took flowers as a gesture of sympathy.
3 Definition

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

Verb
3 definition(s)
1 Definition

To make a gesture or gestures.

Example Sentences
  • My dad said to never gesture with my hands when I talk.
2 Definition

To express something by a gesture or gestures.

Example Sentences
  • He gestured his disgust.
3 Definition

To accompany or illustrate with gesture or action.