The Hidden History Behind This Simple Hand Gesture

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At first glance, a hand held in a fist may appear simple, even ordinary. Yet, closer observation reveals a subtle, almost secretive detail: the thumb tucked tightly between the index and middle fingers. This small adjustment transforms an otherwise ordinary hand into a gesture that has carried significant meaning across cultures and centuries, known in English as “making a fig.” Long before modern communication allowed words, images, or emojis to instantly convey…
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