body language

American  

noun

1. nonverbal, usually unconscious, communication through the use of postures, gestures, facial expressions, and the like.

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body language British  

noun

1. the nonverbal imparting of information by means of conscious or subconscious bodily gestures, posture, etc

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Etymology

Origin of body language

First recorded in 1925–30

Example Sentences

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body language

But my face and body language told a different story.

From Salon ● Jul. 10, 2026

Goalkeepers also look for clues in the kicker’s body language.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 7, 2026

"You could tell from the body language of the opponent, especially in the second half because they would be way more tired," Pardo says.

From BBC ● Jul. 2, 2026

Judging from some of her body language, her teammates are also never right, and that’s a shame, because she has some great ones.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 7, 2026

His body language made it clear that it wasn’t an open invitation.

From "Twilight" by Stephenie Meyer

Related Words

• gesture