gesture

US /ˈdʒɛstʃɚ/

UK /'dʒestʃə(r)/

A2

noun

  • Bodily movement expressing a particular meaning
  • Something you do to express gratitude, regret etc.

verb

  • To move your body to convey a message e.g. wave

Examples

He responded with a vague gesture in the direction of the pub.

a bold gesture of reconciliation