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handshake

hand·shake [ hánd shàyk ] (plural hand·shakes)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. grip with hand: a gesture of gripping and shaking another person's hand, used as a greeting or farewell and to seal an agreement

2. exchange of signals: an exchange of signals between a computer and another computer or external device indicating that a link is established and communication is possible


hand·shak·ing noun
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