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