handclasp

[ hand-klasp, -klahsp ]

noun

1. a gripping of hands by two or more people, as in greeting, parting, making a commitment, or expressing affection.

handclasp

/ ˈhændˌklɑːsp /

noun

1. another word for handshake

Word History and Origins

Origin of handclasp¹

First recorded in 1575–85; hand + clasp

Example Sentences

In support of this explanation it’s worth noting that there are occasions when, having pulled someone towards him, Trump will switch to a more intimate upright handclasp, which of course requires even closer proximity.

From The Guardian

The smiles and handclasps are so strong, so real and warm.

From Literature

It would be nice to send him into the huddle of some other sucker with nothing but a hearty handclasp.

From Chicago Tribune

It was the handclasp of her own people that had given her strength to climb up out of the Slough of Despond.

From Project Gutenberg

They denuded themselves with a look, with a handclasp.

From Project Gutenberg

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