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OpenB@TrunkHigh-PalmUp RoundHoriz
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American Sign Language
Etymology
Same handshape as the other formal ASL pronouns and same location and orientation as the other non-first person plural pronouns.
Production
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OpenB with the finger tips pointing toward the trunk of the member on one side of the referent group PalmUp
Move the hand in a horizontal arc to the following posture.
OpenB with the finger tips pointing toward the trunk of the member on the opposite side of the referent group PalmUp
Hold the hand still briefly.
Pronoun
pronoun B YOU-FORMAL THEY-FORMAL THEM-FORMAL PRO-FORMAL-PL
ase formal you (plural); they; them
Usage notes
This sign may be used to introduce honored or esteemed guests.
Related terms
ase OpenB@Sternum-FingerBack OpenB@Trunk-FingerBack PRO-FORMAL-1
ase OpenB@SternumHigh-PalmUp OpenB@Trunkhigh-PalmUp PRO-FORMAL