give someone the glad hand

give (one) the glad hand

To address one in a friendly manner, often when it is feigned or false. I don't think she actually likes me, so she must have given me the glad hand when she seemed so happy to see me.See also: give, glad, hand

give someone the glad hand

offer someone a warm and hearty, but often insincere, greeting or welcome. informalSee also: give, glad, hand, someone