gesture

Definition

• n. motion of hands or body to emphasize or help to express a thought or feeling
• n. the use of movements (especially of the hands) to communicate familiar or prearranged signals
• n. something done as an indication of intention

Word forms

Past tense

gestured

Present participle

gesturing

Third person singular

gestures

Past participle

gestured

Example sentences

1. n.

   He made a welcoming gesture by waving his hand.

2. vi.

   She gestured towards the door to show him where to go.