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Definition gesture in British English

gesture verb

[intransitive] verb
/ˈdʒestʃə(r)/
1

to make a movement with your hands or head in order to show or tell someone something

Example

Maria gestured expressively as she talked.

Example

'What about these?' she asked, gesturing at the dirty dishes.

Example

He gestured for her to sit down.

Example

Jack gestured to us from across the room.

Synonyms and related words
action body language flourish
Definition gesture in British English