Placatory gesture Crossword Clue

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(noun)
1. piece of solid food for dipping in a liquid
2. a prescribed procedure to be followed routinely
(verb)
1. cover with liquid; pour liquid onto
2. be or become thoroughly soaked or saturated with a liquid

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

PLACATORY (adjective)
1. intended to pacify by acceding to demands or granting concessions
GESTURE (verb)
1. show, express or direct through movement
GESTURE (noun)
1. the use of movements (especially of the hands) to communicate familiar or prearranged signals
2. motion of hands or body to emphasize or help to express a thought or feeling

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