finger-wag
Short definition from Wiktionary
Verb
- To move the index finger horizontally back and forth, as to say no or reject something.
- To move the index finger repeatedly up and down, as to threaten or reprimand someone.
Noun
- The movement of the index finger horizontally back and forth, as to say no or reject something.
- The movement of the index finger repeatedly up and down, as to threaten or reprimand someone.
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