back slapped

back·slap

[bak-slap] verb, back·slapped, back·slap·ping, noun
verb (used with object)
1.
to subject to backslapping.
verb (used without object)
2.
to engage in backslapping.
noun
3.
a hearty slap on the back given as a token of affability or congratulation: The bridegroom received many a warm handshake and backslap.
Origin:
1925–30; back1 + slap1

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backslap

verb
display excessive cordiality (towards); "he is always backslapping his colleagues at staff meetings" 
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