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Waving hands classically

Waving hands classically
  1. What does waving of hand indicate?
  2. What is philosophical hand-waving?
  3. What does waving hand in front of face mean?

What does waving of hand indicate?

A wave is a nonverbal communication gesture that consists of the movement of the hand and/or entire arm that people commonly use to greet each other, but it can also be used to say goodbye, acknowledge another's presence, call for silence, or deny someone. The wave gesture is an essential element of human language.

What is philosophical hand-waving?

Hand-waving (with various spellings) is a pejorative label for attempting to be seen as effective – in word, reasoning, or deed – while actually doing nothing effective or substantial. It is often applied to debating techniques that involve fallacies, misdirection and the glossing over of details.

What does waving hand in front of face mean?

Waving hand in front of face, palm out: "/ don't understand/don't want to be involved." Arms folded over chest: "I am thinking very intently." Index fingers down in front of body: "We're in this together."

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