chest bump

Celebratory body slam

A chest bump is a celebratory gesture where two people leap toward each other and collide chest-to-chest, usually with arms raised.

Common in sports after a big play or victory: The teammates chest-bumped after the touchdown.

The move signals shared excitement and masculine camaraderie.

celebration

high-five

Celebratory hand slap

score · winning · championship · playoffs · trophy · medal · confetti · cheering · roar · applause

greeting

bro hug

Casual masculine embrace

  • dapInformal fist greeting
  • poundWeight, strike, or kennel
  • handshakeMutual palm-gripping gesture

fist pound · acknowledgment · hello · welcome · reunion · camaraderie · bonding · brotherhood · friendship · solidarity

sports

football

Field sport with goals

lacrosse · rugby · teammates · athletes · jersey · uniform · field · court · arena · stadium

exuberance

enthusiasm

Intense eager enjoyment

pumped · fired up · adrenaline · rush · intensity · passion · fervor · spirit · momentum · explosive

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Opposites
formality of greeting/celebration

chest bumphandshake

Mutual palm-gripping gesture

formal bow · curtsy · nod · salute · tip of the hat

emotional intensity of gesture

chest bumpgolf clap

Soft, measured hand-patting

physical contact type

chest bumphandshake

Mutual palm-gripping gesture

pat on the back · fist bump · elbow bump · caress · holding hands

Family

bump, chest, chestnut, bumps, chests, bumping, bumped, bumpkin

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Known to kids · Timeless · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G