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- [jes-cher]
- /ˈdʒɛs tʃər/
- /ˈʤesʧərəl/
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- [jes-cher]
- /ˈdʒɛs tʃər/
Definitions of gestural word
- noun gestural a movement or position of the hand, arm, body, head, or face that is expressive of an idea, opinion, emotion, etc.: the gestures of an orator; a threatening gesture. 1
- noun gestural the use of such movements to express thought, emotion, etc. 1
- noun gestural any action, courtesy, communication, etc., intended for effect or as a formality; considered expression; demonstration: a gesture of friendship. 1
- noun gestural Digital Technology. a particular movement of the body, typically the fingers or hand, used to control or interact with a digital device (often used attributively): a gesture command; Use a two-finger pinching gesture on your touchscreen to zoom in or out. 1
- verb without object gestural to make or use a gesture or gestures. 1
- verb with object gestural to express by a gesture or gestures. 1
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Origin of gestural
First appearance:
before 1375 One of the 22% oldest English words
1375-1425; late Middle English < Medieval Latin gestūra mode of action, manner, bearing, equivalent to Latin gest(us) past participle of gerere to bear, carry on, perform + ūra -ure
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Parts of speech for Gestural
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
gestural popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 92% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
According to our data about 55% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
gestural usage trend in Literature
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