Meaning of the word "a pat on the back" in English

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a pat on the back

US /ə pæt ɑn ðə bæk/
UK /ə pæt ɑn ðə bæk/
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Idiom

1.

praise or approval for an achievement

Example:
The team deserved a pat on the back for their hard work.
He gave himself a pat on the back for finishing the project ahead of schedule.
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