Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
high-five
noun, verb
/haɪ faɪv/
Definition
A celebratory gesture in which two people raise a hand and slap their palms together.
Examples
- After scoring the winning goal, the players exchanged high-fives on the field.
- She gave her friend a high-five for passing the exam.
- They celebrated their team’s success with enthusiastic high-fives.
Meaning
The high-five is often used to express joy, accomplishment, or camaraderie between individuals.
Synonyms
- celebration
- greeting
- slap
