gesture
IPA: dʒˈɛstʃɝ
noun
- A motion of the limbs or body, especially one made to emphasize speech.
- An act or a remark that serves as a formality or as a sign of attitude.
- (graphical user interface) A motion made with a pointing device, or on a touchscreen, that is recognised by the system as a command.
- (obsolete) The manner of carrying the body; position of the body or limbs; posture.
verb
- (intransitive) To make a gesture or gestures.
- (transitive) To express something by a gesture or gestures.
- (transitive) To accompany or illustrate with gesture or action.
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Examples of "gesture" in Sentences
- He made a small gesture with his hand, signaling for her to come closer
- The teacher praised the student's thoughtful gesture of sharing her notes with a classmate
- She couldn't help but smile at the kind gesture of a stranger holding the door open for her
- The CEO's grand gesture of donating a million dollars to charity was widely applauded
- Sometimes a simple gesture, like a hug or a smile, can brighten someone's day
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