Gesture Definition & Meaning
gesture
- noun
- motion of hands or body to emphasize or help to express a thought or feeling
- the use of movements (especially of the hands) to communicate familiar or prearranged signals
- something done as an indication of intention; "a political gesture"; "a gesture of defiance"
- verb
- show, express or direct through movement; "He gestured his desire to leave"
"Gesture" in song lyrics
See how gesture is used in real songs:
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"Native in loincloth baring gifts taken as obscene gesture"
Algorithm — El Grito -
"Swearing, yeah, my middle finger express my hand gesture"
Apathy f/ Celph Titled — Stop What Ya Doin' -
"Cold to the touch of fester, old just a lushin' gesture"
Atoms Family — Streetlamp Confessions
Words that rhyme with gesture
Usage tips for "gesture"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "gesture" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for gesture to find words that pair well.
Use "gesture" in a verse
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does gesture mean?
- motion of hands or body to emphasize or help to express a thought or feeling the use of movements (especially of the hands) to communicate familiar or prearranged signals something done as an indication of intention; "a political gesture"; "a gesture of defiance" show, express or direct through movement; "He gestured his desire to leave"
- What part of speech is gesture?
- Gesture is a noun and a verb.
- How many definitions does gesture have?
- Gesture has 4 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).