What is another word for Thumbing?
Pronunciation: [θˈʌmɪŋ] (IPA) 
Thumbing is a type of gesture or action made with the thumb. Synonyms for thumbing include hitchhiking, signaling, gesturing, motioning, and indicating. Hitchhiking is the act of soliciting a ride by making a hand gesture, usually with the thumb lifted upwards. Signaling and gesturing are more general terms that can refer to any type of nonverbal communication made with the hand, including the use of the thumb. Motioning and indicating are also general terms that can refer to any type of nonverbal communication, but they typically imply a more deliberate and intentional gesture or action.
