noun
- a movement of part of the body, especially a hand or the head, to express an idea or meaning
- an action performed to convey one’s feelings or intentions
verb
- to make a gesture, especially with the hand or head
Examples
- She made a gesture with her hand to signal the waiter.
- His angry gesture showed how frustrated he was.
- Bringing flowers was a kind gesture.
- The donation was a generous gesture to the community.
- He gestured toward the door to indicate we should leave.
- The teacher gestured for the students to sit down.
- She gestured wildly while telling her story.