Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
back-slapping
Noun
/ˈbakˌslæpɪŋ/
Definition
Back-slapping refers to the act of congratulating or praising someone warmly, often in a cheerful or enthusiastic manner.
Examples
- After the successful presentation, there was a lot of back-slapping among the team members.
- The management held a party filled with back-slapping congratulations for the employees’ hard work.
Meaning
The term is commonly used to describe a gesture of approval or endorsement, often accompanied by physical actions like a pat on the back.
Synonyms
- Congratulations
- Applause
- Commendation
- Laudation
- Hailing
