English Explanatory Dictionary

shake on it

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb

To agree by shaking hands; to close a deal.

Word forms

shake on it shakes on it shaking on it shook on it shaken on it

Etymology

Refers to the use of a handshake to confirm an agreement.

Related words

gentleman's agreement

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