thumb down
The gesture of 'thumb down' has historical roots in Ancient Rome, where it was used to signal a gladiator's fate.
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Definition
B1General
(common, informal)To express disapproval or rejection.
Example
- The audience gave the movie a thumb down, showing their dissatisfaction.
B1Non-verbal Communication
(gesture)A downward gesture with the thumb indicating a negative response or dissatisfaction.
Example
- She gave a thumb down to show she didn't like the idea.
B2Hitchhiking
(specific)To signal a passing vehicle to stop and give a ride by holding out one's thumb.
Example
- He tried to thumb down a car to get a ride to the next town.
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