backslapper

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Definitions of backslapper word

noun backslapper a person who backslaps; a hearty jovial person 3
noun backslapper a person who is friendly in a way that is effusive or too hearty 3
noun backslapper One who makes a show of liking another person with profuse or excessive displays of camaraderie, such as vigorous hand clasping, back-slapping, hearty words of greeting, etc. 1

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Parts of speech for Backslapper

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backslapper popularity

A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 88% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

According to our data most of word are more popular. This word is almost not used. It has a much more popular synonym.

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Synonyms for backslapper

noun backslapper

sycophant — a self-seeking, servile flatterer; fawning parasite.
toady — an obsequious flatterer; sycophant.
apple-polisher — to curry favor with someone, especially in an obsequious or flattering manner.
ass-kisser — the practice or an instance of attempting to curry favor by the excessive use of compliments, praise, or the like.
backscratcher — an implement with a long handle, used for scratching one's back

All 32 Synonyms of backslapper

Antonyms for backslapper

noun backslapper

leader — a person or thing that leads.
master — botmaster

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