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)