wuiven
Wuiven is a term in the fictional ethnography of the island of Nyara used to describe a communal gesture and its associated festival. The gesture and the event are central to social cohesion in Nyaran communities and appear in both historical and contemporary contexts.
Etymology and history: The origin of the word is uncertain. The earliest surviving Nyaran manuscripts referencing
Practice and forms: A typical wuiven involves participants forming a circle and extending an arm in front
Cultural significance and modern usage: Wuiven serves as a nonverbal mechanism for signaling inclusion, marking rites
See also: Nonverbal communication, Ritual, Intangible cultural heritage.