gesture /jesˈchər/

1. An action, esp of the hands, expressive of sentiment or passion or intended to show inclination or disposition
2. The use of such movements
3. An action dictated by courtesy or diplomacy, or by a desire to impress or create an impression, eg of willingness (also adjective)
4. A posture, or movement of the body (obsolete)
5. Behaviour (Shakespeare)

To make a gesture or gestures

To express by gesture(s)

gesˈtural adjective

gesture politics noun

Political activity aimed primarily at satisfying public opinion

• maturative
• mature
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• matureness
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• mature student
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• matzo
• matzo ball
• matzo balls