Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
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gesture | Yes | No | Yes | No |
jab | Yes | No | Yes | No |
gesture (noun) | jab (noun) |
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motion of hands or body to emphasize or help to express a thought or feeling | a quick short straight punch |
something done as an indication of intention | a sharp hand gesture (resembling a blow) |
the use of movements (especially of the hands) to communicate familiar or prearranged signals | the act of touching someone suddenly with your finger or elbow |
gesture (verb) | jab (verb) |
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show, express or direct through movement | poke or thrust abruptly |
strike or punch with quick and short blows | |
stab or pierce |