In
Seinlanguage, this is a sign usually indicating the status of one's relationship with a person when one is questioned. Generally the
placement of a hand or hands on the face, as the hands move further up the face, the indication is a worsening
relationship status.
Jerry: So how is your doctor friend there?
Elaine: *reaches up, rubs nose* Fine, fine...
Jerry: George, did you see that?
George: Saw it.
Elaine: Saw what?
Jerry:
The sign.