congratulatorypat
nounUK /kənˌɡrætʃʊˈleɪtəri pæt/
US /kənˌɡrætʃəˈleɪtɔri pæt/
A friendly pat on the back to say well done.
The coach gave the young player a congratulatory pat after the winning goal.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. A light touch on the back to show approval for a job well done.
She gave her teammate a congratulatory pat after the presentation.
3. A gesture of praise given by a teacher or coach.
The teacher offered a congratulatory pat to the student who solved the puzzle.
4. A friendly tap that celebrates someone's success.
He received a congratulatory pat from his boss after finishing the project.