backslap

[bak-slap]

verb (used with object)

to subject to backslapping.

verb (used without object)

to engage in backslapping.

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noun

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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