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Vocabulary Entry
gesture
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A movement of the body or limbs that expresses or emphasizes an idea, feeling, or thought.
Example Sentences
"He made a welcoming gesture with his hands."
"Her gesture of kindness warmed everyone's hearts."
"The gesture of raising his hand indicated he wanted to speak."
V
verb
To make a movement that conveys a particular meaning.
Example Sentences
"She gestured toward the exit to indicate where to go."
"He gestured dramatically while telling the story."
"The teacher gestured to the students to be quiet."