/bak"slap'/ , v. , backslapped, backslapping , n.
v.t.
1. to subject to backslapping.
v.i.
2. to engage in backslapping.
n.
3. a hearty slap on the back given as a token of affability or congratulation: The bridegroom received many a warm handshake and backslap.
[ 1925-30; BACK 1 + SLAP 1 ]