glad hand
The term "glad hand" can refer to both a gesture and an action often characterized by a friendly but potentially insincere greeting.
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Definition
B2Social Interaction
(informal)A warm greeting or handshake that may be insincere, often used to gain favor or impress others.
Example
- The politician was busy giving a glad hand to every potential voter at the event.
- She felt the glad hand from the manager was more about securing the deal than genuine friendliness.
C1Automotive
(technical)A device used to connect air brake lines between a tractor and a trailer.
Example
- The truck driver checked the glad hand connections before starting his journey.
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