noun
- the act of shaking hands as a greeting or agreement
- a process by which two devices or systems establish communication
Usage: computing; technical
Examples
- The handshaking between the two leaders was captured by photographers.
- After the successful negotiation, there was warm handshaking all around.
- The TCP handshaking process ensures reliable network connections.
- The modem completed its handshaking with the server.
- Proper handshaking etiquette varies between cultures.
- The handshaking protocol failed, causing the connection to drop.