emote

Short definition from Wiktionary

Verb

1. 1
   To display or express (emotions, mental states, etc.) openly, particularly while acting, and especially in an excessive manner.
2. 2
   To deliver (a speech), say (lines of a play, words), etc., in a dramatic or emotional manner, especially if overly so.
3. 3
   To display (excessive) emotion, especially while acting.
4. 4
   To express a virtual action, presented to other users as a graphic or reported speech, rather than sending a straightforward message.
5. 5
   To perform a short action, such as a gesture or a dance move, which may be seen by other players but does not have any effect on gameplay.

Noun

1. 1
   A virtual action expressed to other users as a graphic or reported speech rather than a straightforward message.
2. 2
   Clipping of emoticon.
3. 3
   A short action, such as a gesture or a dance move, which may be seen by other players but does not have any effect on gameplay.