noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', intransitive verb
The physical act of shaking hands, often as a greeting or agreement.
初めて会った人と握手をした。
I shook hands with the person I met for the first time.
noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', intransitive verb
Figurative use for making peace, cooperating, or uniting with someone. Often used in expressions like 握手する (to reconcile) or 握手を求める (to seek cooperation).
長年の対立の後、両国はついに握手した。
After years of conflict, the two countries finally reconciled.
彼はライバル会社に握手を求めた。
He sought cooperation from the rival company.