Associations to the word «Backslap»

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Wiktionary

BACKSLAP, verb. To enthusiastically affirm someone or congratulate them for something they've done, especially by patting them on the back.

Dictionary definition

BACKSLAP, verb. Display excessive cordiality (towards); "he is always backslapping his colleagues at staff meetings".

Wise words

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John Adams