Handshake
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈhæn(d)ˌʃeɪk/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Handshake is a noun meaning The grasping of hands by two people when greeting, leave-taking, or making an agreement.
Meaning
The grasping of hands by two people when greeting, leave-taking, or making an agreement.
More Meanings
- (computing) An exchange of signals between two devices when communications begin in order to ensure synchronization.
- (intransitive) To perform a handshake; to shake hands.
- (computing, intransitive) To perform a handshake with another device.
Example Sentences
Eccles' handshake, eager and practiced and hard, seems to symbolize for him an embrace. For an instant Rabbit fears he will never let go.
Word Forms
- handshakes
- handshaking
- handshaked
- handshook
Synonyms for handshake
Depending on context, synonyms include shake, handshaking.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include handshaking, shake, contact, link, acceptance, liaison.
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