Meaning of the word gestures in English

What does gestures mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

gestures

Noun

1.

a movement of the hands, arms, or head, etc. to express an idea or feeling:

Example:
The prisoner raised his fist in a gesture of defiance as he was led out of the courtroom.

Verb

1.

to use a gesture to express or emphasize something:

Example:
When he asked where the children were, she gestured vaguely in the direction of the beach.
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