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Gesture Development

/ˈdʒɛs.tʃər dɪˈvɛl.əp.mənt/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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  1. 1

    The process of developing or evolving gestures, particularly in the context of communication or expression.

    "The child's gesture development was evident as he began to use hand signals to communicate his needs."
  2. 2

    The study or analysis of how gestures are formed and their significance in social interactions.

    "Researchers in gesture development focus on how non-verbal cues enhance verbal communication."

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The term 'gesture' originates from the Latin 'gestura', meaning 'to carry' or 'to bear', which evolved through Old French into Middle English. 'Development' comes from the Latin 'developare', meaning 'to unwrap' or 'unfold', reflecting the process of growth and evolution over time.

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