How many points is GESTURE worth in Scrabble?

GESTURE is worth 8 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept GESTURE?

GESTURE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).

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GESTURE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 8 points. GESTURE means "to express by bodily motion".

/ˈdʒɛs.tʃɚ/

Pronunciation: /ˈdʒɛs.tʃɚ/

A motion of the limbs or body, especially one made to emphasize speech.
Example: The middle-finger gesture is really a nonverbal swear.
An act or a remark made as a formality or as a sign of attitude.
Example: We took flowers as a gesture of sympathy.
The manner of carrying the body; position of the body or limbs; posture.

To make a gesture or gestures.
Example: My dad said to never gesture with my hands when I talk.
To express something by a gesture or gestures.
Example: He gestured his disgust.
To accompany or illustrate with gesture or action.

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

to express by bodily motion

In a sentence: "They gesture."

Check the Scrabble meaning of GESTURE. It scores 8 points.

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Is GESTURE a Scrabble word?: GESTURE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 8 points.
What does GESTURE mean?: to express by bodily motion
How do you use GESTURE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They gesture."
How many points is GESTURE worth in Scrabble?: GESTURE is worth 8 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept GESTURE?: GESTURE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).