backslapping

American  

[bak-slap-ing] / ˈbækˌslæp ɪŋ /

noun

1. the practice of making a loud and effusive display of friendliness, cordiality, etc., as by slapping persons on the back.

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Other Word Forms

• backslapper noun

Etymology

Origin of backslapping

First recorded in 1770–80; back ¹ + slapping

Example Sentences

The damage these people have done to our country will not be identified or resolved with nice tweets, pandering and backroom backslapping.

From Washington Times

Unbeknown to Kendall and Roman, their father had already invited Matsson to the party; but the Swede declined, because legacy media backslapping and chest-puffing bores him.

From New York Times

And yet the avuncular, backslapping, work-across-the-aisle deal maker has struggled to translate decades of good will into the unifying presidency he promised.

From New York Times

It was a calculated choice by Mr. McCarthy, who leads more by flattery and backslapping than through discipline.

From New York Times

Reunions - some backslapping and cheery, others tearful - are everywhere as people run into old friends they haven't seen for months.

From BBC