Meaning of 'Give me five'
What does the saying 'Give me five' mean?
Idiom: Give me five
Meaning:
If someone says this, they want to hit your open hand against theirs as a way of congratulation or greeting.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: Numbers |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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