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person / people


PERSON / agent / "one who does"  (singular)
This sign, in general, means "person."  It can be used to mean "one who does something." For example, when used with teach, (TEACH + PERSON) it means "teacher."

PERSON:


 

PEOPLE:

This sign is done three or more different ways. (Pity the poor unsuspecting ASL student--especially those taking a class from a "my way is the right way" type of instructor).
I personally use forward alternating rotational movement.
Many of my friends and associates use a forward alternating rotational movement.
Some of my friends and associates use a backward alternating rotational movement. 
A few use an up and down alternating movement.




   



For yet another sample of "people" see: See: "animation."



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