beau geste
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noun \bō-ˈzhest\ plural beaux gestes or beau gestes \bō-ˈzhest\
Definition of BEAU GESTE
1
: a graceful or magnanimous gesture
2
: an ingratiating conciliatory gesture
Origin of BEAU GESTE
French, literally, beautiful gesture
First Known Use: 1900
Rhymes with BEAU GESTE
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