pat on the back(1)

[pat on the back(1)] {v. phr.}

1. To clap lightly on the back in support, encouragement, or praise.

* /The coach patted the player on the back and said a few encouraging words./

2. To make your support or encouragement for (someone) felt; praise.

* /After he won the game, everyone patted him on the back for days./

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Source: A Dictionary of American Idioms


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