handshake
Translation
handshake
Examples
They sealed the deal with a handshake.
They sealed the deal with a handshake.
He has a very firm handshake.
He has a very firm handshake.
Grammar Patterns
a handshake an act of shaking hands They greeted each other with a handshake.
to seal ((sth.)) with a handshake to agree on something by shaking hands The two leaders sealed the agreement with a handshake.
Similar Words
Synonyms: grip, clasp
Etymology
From 'hand' + 'shake'. Literally, the act of shaking hands.
Memory Tips
Picture two people meeting and 'shaking' each other's 'hand'.