1. a notable deed or exploit; an adventure or achievement
Usage: archaic or literary
2. a narrative poem or tale of adventures, especially a medieval romance
Usage: archaic or literary

Examples

• The knight's greatest gest was the slaying of the dragon.
• Medieval bards recited gests of heroic warriors and their quests.
• The poem celebrates the gests of ancient kings.
• His daring gest earned him fame throughout the kingdom.
• The old manuscript contained a gest of adventure and magic.