symbolic gesture

:  using, employing, or exhibiting a symbol

:  consisting of or proceeding by means of symbols

:  of, relating to, or constituting a symbol

:  carriage, bearing

:  a movement usually of the body or limbs that expresses or emphasizes an idea, sentiment, or attitude

:  the use of motions of the limbs or body as a means of expression

:  to make a gesture (see ¹gesture 2)

:  to express or direct by a gesture (see ¹gesture 2)