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WHEN TWO INDIVIDUALS (USUALLY ATHLETES) SLAP THE PALMS
OF THEIR HANDS TOGETHER, THEY ARE MAKING A GESTURE OF
MUTUAL CONGRATULATION. IF BOTH HANDS OF BOTH PERSONS
ARE SLAPPED THE MEANING IS REINFORCED.

Where learned: MICHIGAN ; Lansing

Subject headings: 602 Body Parts
686 Seconds / Twice / Two
SPEECH -- Congratulations Appreciation

Date learned: 09-15-1969

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