hofford
a swift, friendly series of light punches (typically 3-8) administered to a friend one hasn't seen in a while. heavily used in the mid to late 1800s, although it is still rarely used today. originated in the british isles.
"I gave him the old hofford. Hup hup 1,2,1,2"
"Right in the kisser, eh?"
"Well, that's the only way, Jimbo."
"Right in the kisser, eh?"
"Well, that's the only way, Jimbo."