Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

high-sign

noun
/haɪ saɪn/
Definition
A gesture made to show recognition or to greet someone in a lively or enthusiastic manner.
Examples
  • When he walked into the room, he gave a high-sign to his friends across the table.
  • The high-sign between the two actors was a cue for the next scene in the play.
Meaning
The term refers to a signal or sign that conveys a message of acknowledgment, typically used in a social context to express excitement or familiarity.
Synonyms
  • greeting
  • salutation
  • wave