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Meaning and definition for "gesture" word

[noun] motion of hands or body to emphasize or help to express a thought or feeling
[noun] something done as an indication of intention; "a political gesture"; "a gesture of defiance"
[noun] the use of movements (especially of the hands) to communicate familiar or prearranged signals
[verb] show, express or direct through movement; "He gestured his desire to leave"
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\Ges"ture\, n. [LL. gestura mode of action, fr. L. gerere, gestum, to bear, behave, perform, act. See {Gest} a deed.] 1. Manner of carrying the body; position of the body or limbs; posture. [Obs.] Accubation, or lying down at meals, was a gesture used by many nations. --Sir T. Browne. 2. A motion of the body or limbs expressive of sentiment or passion; any action or posture intended to express an idea or a passion, or to enforce or emphasize an argument, assertion, or opinion. Humble and reverent gestures. --Hooker. Grace was in all her steps, heaven in her eye, In every gesture dignity and love. --Milton.
\Ges"ture\, v. t. [imp. & p. p. {Gestured}; p. pr. & vb. n. {Gesturing}.] To accompany or illustrate with gesture or action; to gesticulate. It is not orderly read, nor gestured as beseemeth. --Hooker.
\Ges"ture\, v. i. To make gestures; to gesticulate. The players . . . gestured not undecently withal. --Holland.

Synonyms for gesture

gesticulate, motion, motion

See also: acclaim | applaud | beau geste | beck | beckon | bless | bow | bow | bow down | bowing | clap | communicate | cross oneself | extend | facial expression | facial gesture | flourish | gesticulation | high-five | hold out | indicant | indication | intercommunicate | jab | jabbing | motility | motion | move | movement | mudra | nod | nod | obeisance | poke | poking | previous question | put out | shake | shrug | shrug | sign | sign | sign of the cross | spat | stretch forth | stretch out | thrust | thrusting | V sign | visual communication | wafture | wave | wave | waving | wink |

Related terms: action, actions, bearing, beck, behavior pattern, broad hint, clue, conduct, demeanor, folkway, gambit, glimmering, look, mien, movements, nod, shrug, suggestion, symptom, telltale, track, wink

The fun area, different aproach to word »gesture«

Let's analyse "gesture" as pure text. This string has Seven letters in Two syllables and Three vowels. 42.9% of vowels is 4.3% more then average English word. Written in backwards: ERUTSEG. Average typing speed for these characters is 1930 milliseconds. [info]

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Morse code: --. . ... - ..- .-. .

Numerology

Hearts desire number calculated from vowels: gesture: 5 + 3 + 5 = 13, reduced: 4 . and the final result is Four.
Destiny number calculated from all letters: gesture: 7 + 5 + 1 + 2 + 3 + 9 + 5 = 32, reduced: 5, and the final result is Five.

Tarot cards

Letter Num. Tarot c. Intensity Meaning
E (2) 5 Hierophant Wise, Crafty, Daring, Inventive
G (1) 7 Chariot Strong, Sturdy, Decisive
R (1) 18 Moon Patient, Determined, Strong
S (1) 19 Sun Colorful, Bright, Perceptive
T (1) 20 Judgement Unswerving, Steadfast, Demanding, Forceful
U (1) 21 World Gifted, Generous, Bountiful

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