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handshake vs shake

shake vs handshake

handshake and shake both are nouns.

handshake is not a verb while shake is a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
handshake Yes No No No
shake Yes No Yes No
As nouns, handshake and shake are synonyms defined as:
  • handshake and shake: grasping and shaking a person's hand (as to acknowledge an introduction or to agree on a contract)
Other synonyms of handshake include handclasp, handshaking.
handshake (noun) shake (noun)
grasping and shaking a person's hand (as to acknowledge an introduction or to agree on a contract) a reflex motion caused by cold or fear or excitement
causing to move repeatedly from side to side
grasping and shaking a person's hand (as to acknowledge an introduction or to agree on a contract)
a note that alternates rapidly with another note a semitone above it
frothy drink of milk and flavoring and sometimes fruit or ice cream
building material used as siding or roofing
handshake (verb) shake (verb)
move with or as if with a tremor
undermine or cause to waver
bring to a specified condition by or as if by shaking
shake (a body part) to communicate a greeting, feeling, or cognitive state
stir the feelings, emotions, or peace of
move or cause to move back and forth
shake or vibrate rapidly and intensively
move back and forth or sideways
get rid of
Difference between handshake and shake

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