1. made a movement of the hand, arm, or body to express or emphasize an idea or feeling
Usage: past tense of gesture

Examples

• She gestured toward the door when asked where to go.
• The teacher gestured for the students to sit down.
• He gestured wildly while telling his story.
• The conductor gestured to the orchestra to begin.
• She gestured with her hands to show the size of the fish.
• The guide gestured at the ancient ruins before them.