Definitions

1. noun

An unintended or incorrect movement of the body.

“The tennis player’s misgesture led to a foul and a penalty shot.”

2. noun

A gesture intended to convey a particular message or emotion but having an unintended effect.

“Her misgesture of offering a gift at a funeral was awkward and insensitive.”

3. verb

To make an unintended or incorrect movement of the body.

“She misgestured while trying to juggle the balls, dropping one of them.”