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V sign
noun
- a sign of victory formed by the raised index and middle fingers.
- this sign used as an indication of approval.
V-sign
noun
- (in Britain) an offensive gesture made by sticking up the index and middle fingers with the palm of the hand inwards as an indication of contempt, defiance, etc
- a similar gesture with the palm outwards meaning victory or peace
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Word History and Origins
Origin of V sign1
First recorded in 1940–45
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Example Sentences
As soon as we'd raise our voices or show the V sign, they would beat us to kill.
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