high five

noun

: a slapping of an upraised hand by two people (as in celebration)
gave each other a high five after the winning goal
high-five verb

Examples of high five in a Sentence

People began cheering and giving each other high fives.

Word History

First Known Use

1980, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of high five was in 1980

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Cite this Entry

“High five.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/high%20five. Accessed 5 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

high five

noun
: a slapping of upraised right hands by two people (as in celebration)
high-five verb
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