Gest (?), n. [OF. geste exploit. See Jest.]

1. Something done or achieved; a deed or an action; an adventure.

[Obs.] Chaucer.

2. An action represented in sports, plays, or on the stage; show;

ceremony. [Obs.] Mede.

3. A tale of achievements or adventures; a stock story. [Obs.] Chaucer.

Spenser.