gesture
//ˈdʒes.tʃər//
Noun
gestureSingular
gesturesPlural
1
A movement of part of the body, especially the hands or head, to express an idea or meaning.
She made a gesture with her hand to show the direction.
2
An action performed to convey a feeling or intention, often symbolic rather than practical.
Sending flowers was a kind gesture to show our appreciation.
Verb
gestureInfinitive
gesturePresent tense
gesturedPast tense
gesturedPast participle
gesturingPresent participle
gesturesThird-person singular
1
To make a movement with the hands, head, or body to express something or direct someone.
She gestured toward the door to show him the way out.