gesture meaning and definition

GESTURE noun

Definition of gesture (noun)

1. motion of hands or body to emphasize or help to express a thought or feeling
2. the use of movements (especially of the hands) to communicate familiar or prearranged signals
   • synonyms: motion
3. something done as an indication of intention
   • "a political gesture"; "a gesture of defiance"

GESTURE verb

Definition of gesture (verb)

1. show, express or direct through movement
   • "He gestured his desire to leave"
   • synonyms: gesticulate, motion