physical cue
nounUK /ˈfɪzɪkəl kjuː/
US /ˈfɪzɪkəl kjuː/
A physical cue is a body signal that shows what someone is thinking or feeling.
When she crossed her arms, that was a physical cue that she was upset.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A touch or physical action used to help someone remember or do something.
The coach gave a physical cue by tapping his shoulder to remind him to start.
3. A physical signal that tells an animal or person what to do next.
The dog sat down when it saw the physical cue of a raised hand.
4. A bodily sign that shows something is happening, like a feeling or a change.
Yawning can be a physical cue that your body needs rest.