motion
/ˈmoʊʃən/
verb
- To make a gesture or signal to someone, usually to direct them.
- He motioned toward the door, indicating it was time to leave.
- She motioned him to sit down in the empty chair.
- The guard motioned for us to come forward.
noun
- The act or process of moving or changing position.
- The motion of the waves rocked the boat gently.
- She made a quick motion with her hand to get his attention.
- The laws of physics describe the motion of planets around the sun.
- A formal proposal made during a meeting or debate.
- She seconded the motion to change the meeting time.
- The motion was passed with a majority of votes.
- The chairperson called for a vote on the motion to approve the budget.
- A movement of the body or a part of the body, especially a gesture.
- The dancer's motions were graceful and precise.
- A slight nodding motion can mean agreement in many cultures.
- He made a sweeping motion with his arm to show the way.
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