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High-Five

Definition

(noun) A gesture of celebration or congratulations in which two people slap their open palms together

Examples

They gave each other a high-five after scoring their first point.
  • Mia gave him a high-five at the bus stop.

  • After the last bell, the kids crowded around Mr. Lee for high-fives.

  • Don't leave me hanging, high-five me now.

  • At 2 a.m. in the kitchen, Jen held up her hand for a sleepy high-five.

Related words

Other English words at this level include Conundrum, Zenith, Ephemeral, Mellifluous, and Quintessential. Tap any word to see its definition, examples, and audio.

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