backslap

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Definition of backslap in English English dictionary

to display excessive or effusive goodwill or cordiality (to someone)

{i} affectionate and sincere slap on the back given as to express congratulation or admiration or compliments

{f} display or demonstrate exuberant goodwill; treat a person or one another in an affectionate cheerful complimentary manner

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

Turkish pronunciation

bäksläp

Pronunciation

/ˈbakˌslap/ /ˈbækˌslæp/

Tenses

backslapping, backslapped