noun
- plural of handshake; acts of greeting, agreement, or farewell in which two people grasp each other’s hands and move them up and down
Examples
- The business meeting began with firm handshakes all around.
- Politicians exchanged handshakes before the debate started.
- She practiced her handshakes before the job interview.
- The treaty was sealed with ceremonial handshakes between the leaders.
- Quick handshakes were exchanged as people introduced themselves.
- The coach gave encouraging handshakes to all the players after the game.