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    Handshake

    /ˈhændˌʃeɪk/

    Meaning & Definition

    noun
    A grasping and shaking of hands, typically used as a greeting or a sign of agreement.
    They sealed the deal with a firm handshake.
    A symbolic or informal agreement or cooperation between two parties.
    The two companies reached a handshake agreement to collaborate on the project.
    A computer communication protocol that establishes a connection between two devices or systems.
    The server sent a handshake signal to establish a secure connection with the client.
    verb
    To greet someone by grasping and shaking their hand.
    As they approached, he smiled and reached out to handshake her.

    Etymology

    The word 'handshake' is derived from the combination of 'hand' and 'shake', referring to the action of shaking hands.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    shake on it
    To agree on something by shaking hands.
    warm handshake
    A friendly and enthusiastic greeting by shaking hands.
    firm handshake
    A handshake that conveys confidence and decisiveness.

    Related Words

    greeting
    A polite word or sign of welcome or recognition.
    agreement
    A negotiated and typically legally enforceable understanding between two or more parties.

    Slang Meanings

    dap
    They exchanged daps after scoring the winning goal.
    bro shake
    The guys did a bro shake and laughed heartily.