geste

Meanings

• A geste is a formal or symbolic act, often used to express respect, allegiance, or commitment.

  - "He made a geste of respect by bowing deeply before the king."
  - "The company's CEO made a geste of apology by offering to resign."
  - "In the traditional Japanese tea ceremony, the host makes a series of gestes, each with its own specific meaning and significance."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with geste
geste , feste , leiste , peiste , veiste

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Homophones

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1. Geste (proper noun) (fr) :
   

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Variants

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gest , geste , gestes , gests , beau geste , beau gestes , beaux gestes , chanson de geste , chansons de geste

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Forms

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{"term"=>"gestes (plural noun)", "description"=>"A plural noun referring to multiple formal or symbolic acts.", "lang"=>"fr"}

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Etymology

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The term 'geste' comes from the Old French word 'geste', which means 'act', 'deed', or 'gesture'. Over time, the term came to be used specifically to refer to formal or symbolic acts.

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Trivia

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1. Did you know that the term 'geste' is also used in the world of dance? In dance, a 'geste' is a distinctive and expressive movement or posture used by a dancer to convey emotion, meaning, or character.

2. Did you know that the term 'geste' is also used in the world of heraldry? In heraldry, a 'geste' is a symbolic representation of a person, family, or organization, often featuring stylized animals, birds, or mythical creatures.

3. Did you know that the term 'geste' is also used in the world of law? In law, a 'geste' is a formal or symbolic act or gesture, often used in legal proceedings or documents to convey meaning, intention, or commitment.

4. Did you know that the term 'geste' is also used in the world of music? In music, a 'geste' is a symbolic or expressive musical gesture, often used by musicians to convey emotion, meaning, or character.

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Related Concepts

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1. Customs (plural noun): A plural noun referring to a set of socially established practices, traditions, and conventions.

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