contactlessinteraction

noun
UK /ˈkɒntæktləs ˌɪntərˈækʃən/
US /ˈkɑːntæktləs ˌɪntərˈækʃən/

A way of doing things together without touching.

Waving hello is a simple contactless interaction.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. Using a phone or card to pay without touching a machine.

She paid for the bus ride with a contactless interaction.

3. Talking or playing with someone from far away using a device.

The kids had a contactless interaction over video chat.

4. Showing feelings with a look or gesture instead of a hug.

A friendly nod was their contactless interaction.