Emily Dickinson Lexicon
Definition for GES'TURE
GES'TURE, n. [L. gestus, from gero, to bear, to do; Fr. geste.]
- A motion of the body or limbs expressive of sentiment or passion; any action or posture intended to express an idea or a passion, or to enforce an argument or opinion. It consists chiefly in the actions or movements of the hands and face, and should be suited to the subject. Encyc.
- Movement of the body or limbs. Grace was in all her steps, heaven in her eye, / In every gesture dignity and love. Milton.
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