talk to the hand

A saying used to ignore and disregard a comment or an insult when you can't think of a way to counter it. When this phrase is used, it is customary to raise your hand, palm facing out, and place it almost touching your adversary's face. This can make even the most civil person raging mad. Another variation is "talk to the hand 'cause the face don't give a damn'." I really did not know that people still said this.

Phrase used to tell someone that you do not wish to listen to what they have to say and that they may as well stop. Gesture of palm of hand in stop stance displayed to person we are making comment to simultaneously

Talk to the hand is used when someone has information to tell you, but you are just not interested in hearing it. Almost another way of saying "shut up".

A way of saying "I'm not listening" rudely. Usually comes with a hand gesture not unlike a policeman stopping traffic.

An invitation to carry on your conversation with someone's hand.

An aggrivating way of saying "shut up".

Phrase used in combination with a hand gesture intended to convey the message: "I am enjoying my ignorance. Please do not ruin it by discussing facts or logic with me." Used primarily by low-brow talk show guests and other adults who read at a third grade level.