handshaking
IPA/hˈandʃeɪkɪŋ/
KK[hˈændʃˌekɪŋ]IPA/hˈændʃˌeɪkɪŋ/
handshaking — noun
1. the act of greeting someone by taking their right hand and briefly shaking it
1.nounB1
Definition
the act of greeting someone by taking their right hand and briefly shaking it
Example
Firm handshaking is often seen as a sign of confidence in business settings.
collocation: firm handshaking
In some cultures, handshaking between men and women is uncommon in public.
register: cross-cultural note
After the interview, handshaking with the panel members felt awkward and rushed.
Anong appreciated the warm handshaking that followed the award ceremony.
Prolonged handshaking can make both participants feel uncomfortable.
collocation: prolonged handshaking
Common collocations
- firm handshaking
- handshaking ceremony
Synonyms
- handshake
more commonly used as a countable noun for a single instance