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thumbs-up
thumbs–up
noun \-ˈəp\
: a gesture in which you hold your hand out with your thumb pointed up in order to say yes, to show approval, etc.
Full Definition of THUMBS-UP
:Â an instance or gesture of approval or encouragement
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First Known Use of THUMBS-UP
1892
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