clasping chopsticks between hands in a prayer-like gesture (breach of etiquette)
A specific chopstick mannerism considered rude in Japanese dining. The chopsticks are held between the palms as if praying, often while holding a bowl.
Ogamibashi is the act of clasping chopsticks between your palms while holding a bowl, and it is considered a breach of etiquette.
Compound of 拝み (ogami, 'praying') + 箸 (hashi, 'chopsticks'), referring to the prayer-like hand gesture.