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/dæp ʌp/
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To greet someone with a friendly hand gesture such as a fist bump.
Examples
Even in a formal setting, he chose to dap up the colleague, which made the mood lighter.
The kids were dapping up each other before class started.
Fans dap up the player to show their appreciation.
He dap up his teammate after the winning shot.
She dapped up the new neighbor as a warm welcome.
Similar words
give a dap
handshake
do a dap
fist bump
exchange a dap
Meanings
Examples
He dap up his teammate after the winning shot.
She dapped up the new neighbor as a warm welcome.
The kids were dapping up each other before class started.
Fans dap up the player to show their appreciation.
Even in a formal setting, he chose to dap up the colleague, which made the mood lighter.
Similar words
give a dap
exchange a dap
do a dap
handshake
fist bump
FAQ
It means to greet someone with a friendly hand gesture such as a fist bump.
How do you dap up someone?
By clasping hands, snapping fingers, or bumping fists as a sign of solidarity or approval.
Is dap up a formal greeting?
No, it is a slang, informal greeting.
What gestures are used when you dap up?
Common gestures include a fist bump, a quick hand clasp, or a finger snap.
Can dap up be used as a noun?
It is primarily a verb phrase; it is not normally used as a noun.
What are some synonyms for dap up?
give a dap, exchange a dap, do a dap, handshake, fist bump.
When is it appropriate to dap up someone?
In casual social settings among friends or peers, to show solidarity or approval.
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