handholding

[ hand-hohl-ding ]

noun

the act of holding hands, especially as a sign or token of affection.
constant reassurance and help, especially as an indication of one's interest or confidence: We do a lot of handholding with our clients.

Origin of handholding

First recorded in 1905–10; hand + holding

Similar to dating – we are back to a more intimate handholding experience when it comes to both the home buying and selling experience.
Standing on both feet in the current real estate market | Justin Noble | September 24, 2022 | Washington Blade
No wonder we have helicopter parents hellbent on handholding.
Why Kids Are Making Us Crazy | James Poulos | March 30, 2014 | THE DAILY BEAST
There are sometimes long discussions about her unique situation, often handholding, and always personal, safe care.
More on Dr. Gosnell | Michael Tomasky | April 18, 2013 | THE DAILY BEAST
The handholding broke up in the way bits of metal, suddenly charged positive and negative, would fly apart.
Sense from Thought Divide | Mark Irvin Clifton

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